Hi all,

I posted awhile back on leaving Ed Jones before KYC. I stuck it out and I am so glad I did. The doorknocking is going great, I have a large list of good quality contacts. I think earlier I became so scared about people not liking me at their door. Well, I’ve put that out of my head. If they don’t like me, boo hoo, I move on. Anyway, I have the summer regional coming up in a bit, I’m wondering what that entails. Is it mostly work, or a good mix or work and relaxing? Also, probably a dumb question, is there an alcohol policy? I don’t want to look like a complete moron. I have no idea whatsoever about what goes on at these. Any input is appreciated, thanks!

Thanks for the reply, I was thinking along the same lines. I had heard from a previous FA that it is a three day booze and schmooze fest, but I have a hard time believing that. I refrained from any alcohol at the recruiting dinner, although the regional leader offered more than once. Anyway, I suppose it would be best to just refrain.

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From what I remember the Regional Meeting consisted of morning meetinga of the reps and some workshops pertaining to business.  Presentations by the sponsors, usually one of the preferred vendors.  If you have a spouse be warned that they will be forced to attend an indoctrination meeting about how to be a good Stepford …I mean Edward Jones wife.  Very condescending, but extremely funny when my husband attended the meeting and reported back to me about what they said.  If you have kids they will provide some entertainment for them and a babysitting facility for the evening dinners so you and your spouse can attend.  If you don’t have children, this is a good thing because they keep the kids away from the adults.

I heard that they even wipe your butt for you But you can only go on the times when

Okay…I can’t stand here and read all this stuff…THEY DON’T WIPE YOUR ASS…okay…you can go whenever you like…

Babbling,



Thank you for writing what I think is the funniest post I have ever read on here. Unfortunately, I am single so there won’t be any drinking and sex with my spouse. No kids to bring. Because I’m on my own, am I gonna have the random roommate that I’ve never met in my life, KYC style? Or do we get our own rooms even if we have no family coming? I’m a social person, but my roommate situation in St. Louis was very awkward. Never met the guy, he snored louder, and farted louder than any other person I’ve ever known. I laid awake thinking that this is the most awkward I’ve ever felt, and he’s not even awake. Either way, I’d love to hear that they put us up in our own room. Thanks guys!

Babs is right on track as far as the regional meeting structure.  Short Thursday afternoon meeting, Friday morning meeting, Saturday morning meeting.  Both Sat & Sun meetings are done about noon.  Those are typical business meetings.  You, as a new guy, should learn a thing or two.  

When meetings are done, it's all free time.  So from noon til whenever you get to do whatever you feel like.  Take a nap, golf, fish, work on your tan, shop, etc.  You get the point. 

There is plenty of alcohol if you are so inclined.  There will probably be a couple of people who will get so drunk that they put their jobs in jeapordy.  Don't be one of those guys.  Have some beer, wine, etc, but just don't make a spectacle of yourself.  

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Thank you for writing what I think is the funniest post I have ever read on here. Unfortunately, I am single so there won’t be any drinking and sex with my spouse. No kids to bring. Because I’m on my own, am I gonna have the random roommate that I’ve never met in my life, KYC style? Or do we get our own rooms even if we have no family coming? I’m a social person, but my roommate situation in St. Louis was very awkward. Never met the guy, he snored louder, and farted louder than any other person I’ve ever known. I laid awake thinking that this is the most awkward I’ve ever felt, and he’s not even awake. Either way, I’d love to hear that they put us up in our own room. Thanks guys![/quote]



Assuming the standards/budget are the same in every region, you will have your own room. I am in the same life situation and career point as you and had my own very spacious and comfortable room.



On another note, you haven’t truly experienced farting and snoring roommates until you share an open bay barracks with a platoon of thirty other soldiers.

On another note, you haven’t truly experienced farting and snoring roommates until you share an open bay barracks with a platoon of thirty other soldiers.

Thanks guys, this is great stuff. I’ll be sure to look out for those people that get smashed. Thats always entertaining! I’m also sure this guy couldnt compare to the 30 soldiers. Yikes.

Babbling,

Thank you for writing what I think is the funniest post I have ever read on here. Unfortunately, I am single so there won’t be any drinking and sex with my spouse. No kids to bring. Because I’m on my own, am I gonna have the random roommate that I’ve never met in my life, KYC style? Or do we get our own rooms even if we have no family coming? I’m a social person, but my roommate situation in St. Louis was very awkward. Never met the guy, he snored louder, and farted louder than any other person I’ve ever known. I laid awake thinking that this is the most awkward I’ve ever felt, and he’s not even awake. Either way, I’d love to hear that they put us up in our own room. Thanks guys!

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[quote=babbling looney][quote=jonesrep]Babbling,

Thank you for writing what I think is the funniest post I have ever read on here. Unfortunately, I am single so there won’t be any drinking and sex with my spouse. No kids to bring. Because I’m on my own, am I gonna have the random roommate that I’ve never met in my life, KYC style? Or do we get our own rooms even if we have no family coming? I’m a social person, but my roommate situation in St. Louis was very awkward. Never met the guy, he snored louder, and farted louder than any other person I’ve ever known. I laid awake thinking that this is the most awkward I’ve ever felt, and he’s not even awake. Either way, I’d love to hear that they put us up in our own room. Thanks guys![/quote] _popupControl();

[quote=Mike Damone][quote=babbling looney][quote=jonesrep]Babbling,

Thank you for writing what I think is the funniest post I have ever read on here. Unfortunately, I am single so there won’t be any drinking and sex with my spouse. No kids to bring. Because I’m on my own, am I gonna have the random roommate that I’ve never met in my life, KYC style? Or do we get our own rooms even if we have no family coming? I’m a social person, but my roommate situation in St. Louis was very awkward. Never met the guy, he snored louder, and farted louder than any other person I’ve ever known. I laid awake thinking that this is the most awkward I’ve ever felt, and he’s not even awake. Either way, I’d love to hear that they put us up in our own room. Thanks guys![/quote] _popupControl();

Babs there is a good chance  she is a slutty drunk  GP now!

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