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Would you like to have a $30,000 watch?

A company gives their employees a Rolex with this price tag after 25 years of service. I would really like your opinions.

Pythonlover moved answer to here >>> I would not want a $30,000 watch. I’ve never worn a watch and I sure won’t start now. Your Smart phone will give you the time and much else. At one time, my hippy friend and I wore pocket watches. I’be be embarassed to wear a very expensive watch. I’d also be afraid that someone would steal it.

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digger

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I'm curious to know which company rewards today's 25-year milestone employee with that kind of remarkably generous award. Do tell.

10 years ago. Rating: 10
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hector5559

The Bankers,

commented 10 years ago

itsmee

Bechtel

commented 10 years ago

digger

What a great company to work for. I know them quite well as a past customer of mine. I wasn't aware of their generous milestone awards but do know that their compensation packages are amongst the best in their field.
I've never hung around for more than 10 years with any employer so no possible Rolex for me.

commented 10 years ago

itsmee

digger: The problem I see is that they move their employees all over the world. They go to dangerous and remote places and leave their families for a long, long time. He was in the mountains of Peru to get to the plane he had to go on a terrifying bus ride. It takes a certain kind of dedication that’s for sure. I think it’s good that you did not stay on.
ps: The food on the mountain was horrible. And how!

commented 10 years ago

Tommyh

Bechtel does move you all over the world & they really don't give you any options.That's why my son in law left them.

commented 10 years ago

itsmee

Tommy, how long did your son-in-law stay with Bechtel? You’re right about them moving allll over. An employee for that company has to be willing to live a different kind of life. I think it’s not good.

commented 10 years ago

Tommyh

Itsmee, he was with them for 10 years+.The overseas postings were OK & a lot of fun before the kids came along so he moved on to a more localised job.He still gets sent Overseas but only for brief visits (And by himself).He was with Bechtel when we visited the U.S.Stationed in Houston TX & then in San Fran.

commented 10 years ago

Ducky

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No thanks. My timex will do nicely.

10 years ago. Rating: 8
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digger

Takes a licking...and keeps on ticking.

commented 10 years ago

Ducky

I can see that guy's face. What was his name?

commented 10 years ago

digger

John Cameron Swayzey. Had to google it.

commented 10 years ago

Ducky

lol I just did the same.

commented 10 years ago

mycatsmom

Digger ,those commercials sold A LOT of watches. They were fascinating to watch.

commented 10 years ago

Colleen

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I'd rather have the money. I do not wear a watch.

10 years ago. Rating: 6
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clu

Well I do wear a watch but I would like the money instead! Of course the employers who give these watch's probably think the price tag is a drop in the bucket!

commented 10 years ago

Colleen

Yeah well try selling that watch for 30K. You'll be lucky to get $8,000 for it.

commented 10 years ago

itsmee

I’ve heard that #8,000 is what you’d get.

commented 10 years ago

mycatsmom

I always wore a watch till I got a cell ph. As you know, they have the time on the screen.

commented 10 years ago

Tommyh

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I stopped wearing a watch when I retired.But..... I would rather have 30 x $1000 watches.Geat Xmas gifts.(If you are into re-gifting).LOL

10 years ago. Rating: 6
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Ducky

Sure Tommy. You can "re-gift" one to me. :)

commented 10 years ago

itsmee

I would be willing to take the remainder. I’d find a good cause. You bet!

commented 10 years ago

Bob/PKB

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I don't really need a $30,000 watch, itsmee. It kind of bothers me that the company has that kind of money lying around for 25 year service awards. Do they give nice annual bonuses?

10 years ago. Rating: 5
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itsmee

I don’t know about the bonuses

commented 10 years ago

daren1

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Like Collen I to would prefere the money . who needs to know the time once your retired !! JMO

10 years ago. Rating: 5
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digger

That's when you'll need it most. How else will you avoid missing the seniors early bird specials ?

Money comes and goes quickly.A memorable gift or momento is priceless and outlasts the short-term benefits of cash.

commented 10 years ago

mycatsmom

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sounds like a waste of money.That money could be put to so much better use........such as teaching them how to find and dig a well in developing countries, where they only have dirty streams to drink out of.

10 years ago. Rating: 4
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itsmee

If they did that what would be the reward for the workers who totally change their lives? The work simply wouldn’t be done unless the rewards were good.

commented 10 years ago

edd3105

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in my dreams , I WISH I WISH I WISH

10 years ago. Rating: 3
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WhidbeyTomas

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No. I'd have to insure my arm.

10 years ago. Rating: 2
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Colleen

LOL. Welcome to akaQA!

We have another question somewhere that asks, 'would you walk around in public wearing expensive things?' or something like that. I imagine your answer would be, not without insurance? ;)

commented 10 years ago

Colleen

Here is the question I was thinking about http://www.akaqa.com/question/q19192327473-Are-you-hesitant-about-wearing-expensive-things-when-you-go-out-for-fear-of-being-victimized

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