We're not saying The Donald is a hypocrite, but...
It’s come as no surprise to us that the Five Day Weekend concept has its share of critics. But we were a bit surprised today to see that Donald Trump has come out swinging against us.
Sure, he’s an icon of hard work and the relentless drive for financial success. But you would also think he’d understand the economic boost that a longer weekend would mean for many American industries.
If we had a Five Day Weekend — or even if Americans just used the meager vacation time we’re given — just think would that would do for business at Trump Taj Mahal, Trump Plaza, Trump Marina, Trump International Golf Links or the bevy of Trump International Hotel and Tower buildings going up around the world.
In his critique of the Five Day Weekend, Trump says:
“I rarely take vacations and I think that’s one of the reasons behind my organization’s success. You’ve got to put in the time to reap the rewards.”
First off, that’s big talk from a man who owns a vacation-planning Web site.
Second, if Trump is worth $2.9 billion and still hasn’t reached a level of success that justifies a vacation, when exactly should the rest of us plan to “reap the rewards” of our work? Is $3 billion the magic number?
We’re all about hard work and celebrating American success stories, but you’ll forgive those of us in Asheville if we look to a different tycoon for inspiration.
5 comments:
I have no idea who Donald Trump is, but he has a bad combover. Maybe his brains are leaking out through the cracks in his 'fro.
A three day weekend seems more reasonable. Rejigger the calendar so that we have five day workweeks, but three day weekends.
I don't think it's hypocrisy to own a vacation planning company yet not personally like to take vacation days. Trump knows that more hard work, interspersed with just enough rest pays off more in the end. And he's not saying nobody should have vacation days. He just doesn't like taking time off himself.
Also, the more time people take off, the less they'll want to go back to work. At least, that's how I feel alot of the time when I've had some vacation time... Kind of like begging for 5 more minutes of sleep.
It's funny that he used the term: put in the time. As if work should be like prison. The last time I heard about someone doing time, it wasn't an enjoyable experience. Should we all aspire to "doing time".
does anyone know if i can use this image of Mr Trump please?
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