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Ask the Guys Dear Classified Guys, I thought changing jobs meant getting better benefits. I had a great interview and received a job offer yesterday. Good job, great pay, but the vacation time is not what I expected. I had worked up to four weeks at my old job, but this company claims two weeks is the standard for new employees. I really like to travel with my family, but this loss of two weeks vacation could cramp our style. Do you have any bright ideas on how to get more vacation time from this job offer?
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a problem that we hear from a lot of people. Seasoned employees have a tough time changing jobs and accepting smaller vacation packages. It's difficult to give up a few weeks of traveling. Carry: Now me, I rarely get to travel on vacation. My time off is spent fixing things around the house. My wife has a whole honey-do list just waiting for my next vacation. Cash: If you would stop breaking things, you might be able to spend your vacation doing something else.
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Duane “Cash” Holze & Todd “Carry” Holze 02/13/11 ©The Classified Guys®
Carry: That's what my wife keeps telling me too! Cash: It's odd that so many people complain about vacation time. The average American fails to take about two vacation days every year. Nationwide, that adds up to more than 19 billion dollars of unused time. That's a lot of time off. Carry: Since you're now in the negotiating stage of your job offer, there is an opportunity to bargain for more vacation time. However, your chances will depend mostly on how valuable the company sees you for the position. Cash: Management type positions tend to have some leeway in the vacation policy. Entry level or mid-range positions have less
opportunity to negotiate time off. Companies try to maintain a standard vacation policy to prevent animosity among the employees. Carry: If there is no way to negotiate more paid vacation, ask for an unpaid leave-of-absence. Since this new job pays better than your old one, a week or two of unpaid time could be a good compromise. Cash: Also ask about working overtime in exchange for some days of compensation time. Depending on the position, some companies are willing to work with flexible schedules. Carry: If all else fails, look at it this way. Counting Saturdays and Sundays, we all have over 100 days off each year.
Vacation time averages between two to three weeks in the U.S., depending on your length of service. That may not seem too bad, until you compare it with other countries. For example, in Holland, workers get 31 days of paid vacation every year. France and Belgium employees receive five weeks or more and Australians are typically out on holiday for a month or longer. Surprisingly, the only country to average fewer vacation days than the U.S. is Mexico where workers receive six days vacation after the first year of employment.
Take a Break
Have you ever taken a day off and then returned to work the following morning only to feel like you never left. You're not alone. In order for your mind and body to get a true break from the work environment, it's important to take three to five consecutive days away from the office. Turn off your cell phone or tell your boss you are unreachable. That time is typically enough for your body to unwind and rejuvenate. Of course, take enough time off and you might even forget your boss's name! •
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Health Care Practitioners: part time space available in small Hailey clinic with good energy and light. 720.7530. **09** Picabo Cellars is in need of a multiple task person to work full-time in a ranch/farm one-person office environment. Duties include 6 to 15 person payroll (Quickbooks), payables, processing checks via Quickbooks, phone answering, bills of lading via weighing trucks in and out, and other varied office duties. This is a permanent full-time job located in Picabo, Id., in a bright, newer building. A resume is requested and wages are DOE. Contact Jerry at 208-720-4825 or Mark at 208-780-5213. Resumes: PO Box 767, Picabo, ID 83348. **08** Nail Technician and Hairdresser needed for busy Ketchum salon. Fun atmosphere, beautiful stations, lease or commission available. Call for details. Call 727-1708. **08**
Travel to or from Stanley every week? We can help out with a bit of gas money if you’ll drop off copies of The Weekly Paper! Call Leslie of Jeff today at 928-7186! **TFN** GRAPHIC ARTIST - We are ready to look for our next team member for our Hailey-based businesses. This will start as a part-time position working on client designs using InDesign and the full Adobe Creative Suite of software. Only applicants versed in these programs should apply with resume, cover letter and design samples. email to: jeff@copyandprint.biz or deliver to 16 West Croy, Hailey. **TFN** Spa looking for independent contractors (estheticians and massage therapists). Call 788-1082. **TFN** Place your help wanted ads with us for only $7 per week for up to 40 words. Buy 2 weeks, get 1 free. Call theweeklypaper at 928-7186 or e-mail your ad to classifieds@ theweeklypaper.biz **TFN**
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Free Home Inspection. Call Shon (sic) 208-450-9411 licensed and bonded. **09** Computer Consulting - I specialize in networking and security and guarantee my work. I have over 15 years experience working in the computer industry for businesses large and small. My rates beat the competition. 720-1095. **08** Corey Webb Architectural Blacksmith - also welding, fabrication, restoration and repair. 788-1375. **08** To The Rescue, LLC. Do you need 2 or 3 hours relief taking care of home-bound family? It’s amazing what $40 can do! Home cleaning, holiday help, etc. Licensed, bonded, insured. Over 40 years in the Valley. Members; Marie Vetsch, 721-8218; Barbara Browning, 721-8277. **11** We do Birthdays at Bella Cosa Studio in Bellevue. Info: 721-8045.
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For sale, private party items less than $5,000 and under 20 words 10 - Help Wanted 48 - Skis & Equipment 87 - Condo/ Townhome 11 - Business Opportunities 50 - Sporting Goods Rentals 12 - Jobs Wanted 52 - Tools & Machinery 88 - Home Exchange 14 - Child Care 54 - Toys (for the kids!) 89 - Roommate Wanted 16 - Health Care 56 - Other Stuff For Sale 90 - Want to Rent/ Buy 18 - Construction 60 - Homes for Sale 92 - Storage for Rent 19 - Services 62 - Open House 100 - Garage & Yard Sales 20 - Appliances 64 - Condos/ Townhouses 200 - Farm Equipment 22 - Art, Antiques, etc for sale 201 - Horse Boarding 23 - Auctions 66 - Farm/ Ranches 202 - Livestock for Sale 24 - Furniture 68 - Mobile Homes 204 - Misc. 25 - Household 70 - Vacation Property 300 - Puppies & Dogs 26 - Office Furniture 72 - Investment Property 302 - Kittens & Cats 28 - Clothing 73 - Vacant Land 304 - Other Pets 30 - Children & Toddlers 78 - Commercial Rental 306 - Pet Supplies 32 - Building Materials 79 - Shoshone Rentals 400 - Share the Ride 34 - Cameras 80 - Bellevue Rentals 402 - Swap or Trade 36 - Computers 81 - Hailey Rentals 404 - Misc. 37 - Electronics 82 - Ketchum Rentals 500 - Personal Connections 40 - Musical 83 - Sun Valley Rentals 5013c - Charitable Exchange 42 - Firewood/Stoves 84 - Short-term Rentals 502 - Take a Class 44 - Jewelry 85 - Long-term Rentals 504 - Lost & Found 46 - Spas & Hot Tubs 86 - Apt./ Studio Rentals 506 - I Need This
are always free! 508 - Really Odd 509 - Announcements 510 - Thank You Notes 512 - Tickets & Travel 514 - Free Stuff (really!) 516 - Rants 518 - Raves 600 - Autos Under $2,500 602 - Autos Under $5,000 604 - Autos Under $10,000 606 - Cars 608 - Trucks 609 - Vans 610 - 4wd/ SUV 612 - Auto Accessories 614 - Recreational Vehicles 616 - Motorcycles 618 - Scooters/ Bikes 620 - Snowmobiles etc. 622 - Campers 624 - By Air 626 - On the Water Deadline is Noon, Mondays
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‘Personal’ Property Assistant and Management Available: Ketchum area personal assistant and home management! Including checking on your home, stocking for your arrival and departure, arranging transportation to airport, mail pick-up, xmas tree installation, love kids and pets, some cooking, arranging all services, cars, vacation rental, and more! References. Call Alex Hughes, 208 720-7444, alexsunvalley@cox-internet.com. **TFN**
20 appliances
Sunbeam Space Heater - twoer shape, electric. New in box, $40. Call 720-0285. **09**
22 art, antiques, & collectibles
Waring Blender- vintage 1951. Gold/grey base with glass, works fine, good condition, looks like Art Nouveau. $25. 788-2927 **08**
24 furniture
Wicker Arm Chairs- matched pair with floral cushions, excellent for den or patio. $20 the pair. Call 788-2927 **08** Beach Chair, folding rocker with sunshade, in carrying bag, perfect for outdoor events. Used once, like new. $20. Call 788-2927 **08** Coffee table, 3’ x 3’ and two end tables, 23˝ x 27˝. Good condition, light pine color. All for $150. Call 7885116. **08** Queen Spring Air Mattress - exc. condition, like new. $75. Call 7884582. **08** Twin bed and mattress—almost new only slept on a few times—White wash finish--$200 was originally $600. 720-2563. **07**
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Celestial Telescope- Celestron 5, with tripod, eyepieces, manual and accessories. Good condition, in storage 20 years, works fine. $100. 7882927. **08** Waring Blender- vintage 1951. Gold/grey base with glass, works
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Private Party items up to $5,000 will run for 3 weeks for FREE, 20 word maximum. Private Party items over $5,000 price or 20 word limit, $6 per week, up to 40 words. Buy 2 weeks, get the 3rd FREE. All ads pre-paid. BUSINESS line ads are $7 per week, up to 40 words. Bordered ads are regular ad rates.
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Add a photo to your real estate or automotive line ad for only $7 per week.
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classified line ad deadline is Monday at noon, for that Wednesday’s issue. DISplay advertising deadline is Monday at noon, for that Wednesday’s issue. business hours are Monday through Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.
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FAX IT to 208-788-4297 Mail IT to PO Box 2711, Hailey, ID 83333 bring it in to our offices in the Croy St. Bldg, corner of Croy & River streets, drop box in Copy & Print on the main floor. email it with all of the pertinent info to classifieds@theweeklypaper.bizsubmit online at www.theweeklypaper.biz
fine, good condition, looks like Art Nouveau. $25. 788-2927 **08** Expandable metal ladder - new $100, for sale $50. 720-2563. **07** 3 beveled glass tables - 2 end tables, 1 coffee table. $40 OBO. Call 721-0188. **TFN**
30 children & toddlers
1-stroller and 1-car seat with base - still in box. Yours for only $100! Call 720-5153. **TFN** Graco Pippin Infant Car Seat and 2 click in bases for sale! $75. Call 208867-7854 Great Condition! **07** Have childrens toys or supplies you don’t need? Sell them here as a free classified. **TFN**
34 cameras
Photo Tripod- 773LS,” aluminum telescoping legs, two axis swivel and tilt mount $10. 788-2927 **08**
37 electronics
Brother’s Intel Fax 775 - $25. Everything works well. 788-4582. **08** Canon Copier PC921 - $75. Call 788-4582. **08**
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Classically trained pianist and singer giving piano and voice lessons. Unionized professional. Beginners welcome! Bring the family and come see me play at Michel’s Christiana starting at 6:30 p.m. on weekends. Please call Vivian Alperin @ 727-9774. **11** FREE PIANO / KEYBOARD LESSON - Easy new method, no note reading, play by ear, no training needed. Please call Will Caldwell, 726-9059 **TFN**
44 jewelry
Valentine Diamond Ring - white gold w/9 diamonds (8 baguette). Looks like sparkling bowtie. Appraised $2,200, now $1,200. Call 720-7312. Can text pics. **08** GET THEM SOMETHING SPECIAL! One-of-a-kind, locally hand-blown, glass pendants; sold individually or on necklaces. $25-$35. Please call to see. (208) 823-4678. Can e-mail
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