11-12-2008
10:23 AM
4 Loves
For those who don't understand why the pilots would be so upset... keep in mind we are operating under a contract signed in 1994. That contract and all of it's extensions became amendable - ended - in August 2006. Since that point, the pilots have been under what is essentially a pay freeze. Now (for the first time) the company has essentially eliminated all growth and prospects for advancement in seniority. Couple that with contracting these outside carriers who are projecting growth rates of 25-50% while carrying "Southwest" passengers.
While the company is having no problems throwing parties at the GO and promoting VP's, those who are out there serving the customers day in and day out seem to have lost the respect of the GO staff.
It really is just another job after all.
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06-15-2008
03:22 PM
10 Loves
Paula,
Thank you so much for sharing such a loving tribute to your father. It strikes a deep chord in all of us. And, I'm so moved and humbled you would mention me in the same story.
I have enjoyed it all this weekend. I spent the day with my father, yesterday, and dinner with my married daughters and son-in-law Friday and Saturday night. I lost my mother suddenly 24 years ago. I know how precious our parents are.
Every father knows the joy of being a father. The older I get, the more I cherish it. Your story just made the meaning of today so clear. Your father is blessed to have you as his daughter, indeed.
Until your posting, I had forgotten about last year's USA Today piece on CEOs. But, I must admit, there is a "dad-like" joy that comes along with the CEO gig, simply because of relationships with People just like you. I remember that day in Denver. You did a really great job. I was and am so proud of you, but I now understand your reaction! Thank you for one of the best Father's Day gifts a dad could ever hope to receive.
Give your dad a big hug from all of us, and see you soon. Happy Father's Day to all!
Luv,
Gary
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