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Field Trip to the Warehouse

admin — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 15:46:01 +0000

While speaking with clients I am constantly blindsided with questions such as “what goes on at the warehouse, about how many books are stored in your warehouse”, etc… the list goes on! Before my trip to Mishawaka, I would inform clients that (unfortunately) I had never visited the Better World Books warehouse. So the actual process of picking, shipping, and receiving books was a total blur. However, since I have actually worked hands-on at the warehouse, I am very comfortable with answering questions about how the work is carried out. Everyone at the warehouse was friendly and very patient with us newbies (a.k.a the Atlanta office). Also, the Trade Show was awesome! Everyone received the opportunity to share great facts and ideas about each department. After learning this information, I am able to implement this knowledge into my daily Account Rep. responsibilities. When you know better, you do better!

Let me not forget to mention my community service project! I was able to work with the Literacy Council of St. Joseph County shelving books and toys for kids all around. This organization is dedicated to breaking the cycle of illiteracy amongst adults and children. Both this organization and Better World Books hold a lot in common, which is why it was so important to volunteer for this organization and demonstrate my appreciation for their hard work by devoting my time to assist them in any way possible.

Since the field trip to the warehouse, I feel more well-rounded as an employee of Better World Books and as an individual. I can’t wait to see you guys again!! Woohoo!

The Green House has a New Boy!

admin — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 19:09:42 +0000

BWB gave birth today to a new baby boy!! Roy the bookmobile was born at 9:35 am on June 25th. He was born at a 12 foot 1 Inches high and 9 foot 8 inches wide. He is a beautiful baby boy!! We are not wasting anytime with Roy’s first steps because we are putting Roy on the road for the first time on Friday.

Let me be the first to say congrats to BWB and may Roy the Bookmobile live a long and healthy life!

Roy and his new family

All Things Must Pass

admin — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 17:41:11 +0000

This week will be reports and pictures from the Better World Books Warehouse (or “Green House” as we know it) in South Bend as we conduct our yearly meeting week.

Mr. LaGrou showing how we solve disputes concerning process decisions at Better World Books

Before the climactic scene in “Almost Famous” (in which they sing “Tiny Dancer” on the bus, legendary scene) they carry the guitarist, Russell, onto the bus. The manager says, in his almost British lilt “Ladies and gentlemen, the evening is over. We hope you’ve enjoyed yourselves, and we’ll See you again in 1974!! Good evening!!” The bus doors close and the rest is a come down from the insanity of the previous days, which is an apt comparison after the non-stop action of Better World Books week. Our shirts say “I survived BWB Week 2008″ but some people made the adjustment “I almost survived…” and that was probably more accurate. Hitting the books and then unwinding is quite a task…

So it was on Friday, as people slowly filed out after a spectacular presentation and a group photo that is sure to have some fine lookin’ individuals in it with our new Better World Books shirts. One by one cars filtered off to Midway (gotta love Southwest Airlines! Also, loving Midway, the expert traveler line was fantastic and the sandwich shop hits the spot) and I’m sure I speak for everyone when I say sleep was had and relief was enjoyed.

As usual, these events can’t come soon enough and there are so many updates I’m scouring my notebook trying to keep you posted, that’s going to have to come in another email, blowing up with awesome.