Remembering January 25, 1982

1988 Disney Traditions Facilitator team. Jungle Jeff far left, standing row. Disney University behind us. There’s a story about this opportunity that was interrupted by a promotion from hourly Disney Cast Member to salaried Disney Leader.

Remembering January 25, 1982.

The original intent was simply to ‘pad’ my resume with a name that would counter balance the limited and unremarkable work experience on my resume. Disney seemed like a perfect name to add.

Who knew it would transform our – Cheryl and me – lives?

No one.

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Happy Disney hire date anniversary

Walt Disney by Sleeping Beauty Castle
They say the acorn doesn’t fall far from the tree, whatever that means.

A little riff about being in a few places at the same time.

As i write this, good morning from November 25, 2019, a Monday. It’s January 25, 2020 as this post publishes – Happy Saturday.

And, Happy January 25, 1982. It was a Monday and my day began in a Disney University classroom learning Disney Traditions, at the time a three-day Disney new-hire orientation.

First day as an official hire.

Walt Disney World.

Attractions Host.

CT – Casual Temporary (Disney-speak for seasonal part time Cast Member).

Adventureland.

Skipper.

World-famous Jungle Cruise.

Starting pay was about $2.35 an hour.

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Hey jeff, why not try Open Sourcing your talent needs?

Epcot Food & Wine 2016
Among the masses, a solution awaits. Photo: Oct 9, 2016.

 

Hey jeff, why not try Open Sourcing your talent needs?

Hey, i like that idea. Thanks.

What does this mean?

It means social media is an amazing tool and people i’ve never met could potentially be just what i need.

 

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The perfect employee starts with someone who has this

How to draw Mickey Mouse
The perfect employee is an artist. Artists do things better or differently then others who offer the same thing.

 

(Note, remember, we are talking about perfect. Perfect is a tall order.)

The perfect employee starts with someone who has this…

The criteria for the perfect employee would begin with an amazingly positive attitude. Not in a delusional way, but in a way that doesn’t accept obstacles or challenges as permanent. They see everything as an opportunity or a challenge, and never as a “problem”.

The perfect employee would also be a model of physical wellness. Someone who regularly exercises, eats well, rests well, and is a wellspring of energy and enthusiasm.

The perfect employee would have an unbreakable spiritual belief. What they choose is irrelevant. But whatever it is, it is the epicenter of their emotional wellbeing. They radiate good, decent, and noble thoughts and actions. They live to serve others.

The perfect employee is an inspirational leader who has mastered the technical, managerial, and behavioral aspects of their domain. They balance employee, customer, and business as if the three were only one. Not only are they an expert, they are also a game changer, a category of one.

The perfect employee is exceptionally organized, focused, and disciplined. They are intentional with all they do. Their home is a haven for peace, order, and purpose. They have space in their schedule to plan for, and handle, life’s unexpected challenges.

 

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