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Retirement

Nice feeling this, I have just retired after more than 35 years in the fork lift trade. I have seen some good times in the past and know some lovely guys and have met some great customers. There is too much pressure on everyone in the industry to succeed now. However it is good to see how tecs in the industry will still help each other no mater what dealer or manufacturer they work for. Long may it continue. Bobby
  • Posted 9 Sep 2012 06:03
  • By BobbyT
  • joined 25 Dec'08 - 31 messages
  • Wilts, United Kingdom
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You lucky man Bobby, enjoy your retirement!
  • Posted 14 Sep 2012 05:22
  • By Andy_G
  • joined 13 Jul'08 - 16 messages
  • Devon, United Kingdom
Thanks Bobby. I have to agree with 'FLA Forum' and from where I sit, I hear almost every week someone lament how all the experience and knowledge is going to be leaving the workforce and might just be lost.
I hope you still find it enjoyable to help out the new generations by leaving your opinions and knowledge somewhere they can access it, like we do when we give our $.02 worth here.
If you ever get to this side of the pond and want to go fishing, let us know.
  • Posted 9 Sep 2012 22:29
  • Modified 9 Sep 2012 22:30 by poster
  • By edward_t
  • joined 5 Mar'08 - 2,334 messages
  • South Carolina, United States
"it's not rocket surgery"
Hi Bobby,
Thank you for sharing this milestone event in your life, here on Forkliftaction.
And thank you for your part with Forkliftaction during the last years of your career. We appreciate your long time membership and many contributions here on the forums.
Hopefully you still have a little time to join us in your new life, every now and then. We enjoy your friendly posts and expert advice.
Keep well.
Forkliftaction.com
  • Posted 9 Sep 2012 14:46
  • Modified 9 Sep 2012 14:46 by poster
  • By FLA_Ann
  • joined 1 Sep'05 - 24 messages
  • Queensland, Australia
Hi Bobby
All the best with your retirement hope you have lots of plans to fill your time, you are correct about the industry we all stick together when needed ,
Good luck for the future
Herald
  • Posted 9 Sep 2012 09:17
  • By Herald
  • joined 3 Jan'07 - 128 messages
  • lancashire, United Kingdom

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