Work

I inherited a hair dryer business from my father. It’s located in Yugoslavia. I had to move there to take over the day to day operations. It was a difficult three months. I didn’t speak the language. The employees didn’t trust me. I had a hard time getting used to the time difference.

Finally I had it and decided to quit and sell the business. I called in all the employees and with the help of my interpreter told them my decision.

The main supervisor Eldon said, “Why?”

I said, “I’m exhausted, I’m doing a crappy job, it’s always cold, I can’t sleep, I hate hair dryers, I don’t like being in charge, I can’t learn your crazy language, you people are driving me nuts, none of you like me -“

Eldon laughed. So did the rest of the 125 employees. I didn’t understand why. Pretty soon I was laughing. This went on for about ten minutes.

It quieted down. The employees went back to work. I went back to my desk. Things have been great since.