charlieb Posted October 1, 2014 Report Posted October 1, 2014 Been a while since I've visited but I have an urgent need. I'm working with the National Home Inspector Exam and have lost a couple of people who were helping with a bit of maintenance work this weekend. Some may already know but JD's brother passed yesterday and another SME had a medical issue pop up today. If you are willing to come to Boston on the EBPHI's dime this weekend, drop me a line. I believe you will find it a rewarding experience. Mike, Seattle never happened.
Jim Katen Posted October 1, 2014 Report Posted October 1, 2014 I would do it, but I'm leaving for NYC on Tuesday and there's no way that I'm going to do two cross-country trips in one week. If you haven't filled your quota by morning, let me know, and I'll try to rustle up someone.
Steven Hockstein Posted October 1, 2014 Report Posted October 1, 2014 I would help but this weekend is a holiday. I could help some other time if you need. I can send you a CV if you need one.
Welmoed Posted October 1, 2014 Report Posted October 1, 2014 When would it be, exactly? One (or both) of us might be able to come, but we're both scheduled for inspections on Friday.
Les Posted October 1, 2014 Report Posted October 1, 2014 If any of you are on the fence to do this volunteer work, just do it! the experience will be invaluable. The only way it could be better is if you sit between JD and me, looking across the room to Mike O! It is worth it even if you paid the expenses. Keep JD in your thoughts.
charlieb Posted October 1, 2014 Author Report Posted October 1, 2014 Thank you one and all for the consideration. We have a volunteer to attempt to fill JD's seat. I have availability for one other man if anyone is interested.
Erby Posted October 1, 2014 Report Posted October 1, 2014 Did it once in Chicago. Les is right. Invaluable. Unfortunately relatives visiting from Nebraska this weekend or I'd love to hop on it.
charlieb Posted October 1, 2014 Author Report Posted October 1, 2014 Thank you, The second spot is filled. I will be hosting a full writing and review session in late April of 2015 and am always open to incorporating new blood. Experienced and Novice (3 - 5 years experience), Members of all organizations and Non-organization member, across North America are welcome. We rotate SMEs in and out as well as keeping a diversified mix. Have a fun weekend everyone, I know I will.
Marc Posted October 1, 2014 Report Posted October 1, 2014 My thanks to Charlie and others who have contributed their time to this vital cause. Marc
charlieb Posted October 3, 2014 Author Report Posted October 3, 2014 Thank Mark but I'm blessed to get to hang around some really sharp guys.
Scottpat Posted October 3, 2014 Report Posted October 3, 2014 I'll echo what other have said about being an SME for the exam writing sessions. It is an eye opener to really see just how much you don't know or thought you knew. This past session we had the guru of pools and spas enlightening us for a couple of days, this alone was worth the time being locked in a room with Les and Mike!
Mark P Posted October 3, 2014 Report Posted October 3, 2014 I wish I had seen this post earlier, I would have jumped at the chance.
charlieb Posted October 5, 2014 Author Report Posted October 5, 2014 All should know we have accomplished our goal at the session. We are now working on other maintenance of the exam. Mark, would you like to be in the pool for other upcoming sessions? We do vet participants but it is more about time in the industry, where you live and association affiliation (or non). We strive to keep a good mix or distribution for each session. Top that off with rotating people in and out to keep the pool from being stagnant.
hausdok Posted October 6, 2014 Report Posted October 6, 2014 Jeez, I'm thanking my lucky stars that I didn't see this post, Charlie. I tweaked my lower back last weekend so badly that I can barely get in and out of bed. To work, I've been doubling up on the Vicodin I have left over from the shoulder surgery and then I've been paying for it after the pain killers wear off. I know darned well I would have jumped up and said, "Sure, I'll go," and at the other end of that six hour cramped as hell flight I would have been crippled up like nobody's business. I enjoy the hell out of these sessions. I always leave feeling like I've just been through half a week sitting in the Dentist's chair getting a series of root canals but in the end the effort and the camaraderie is worth it - especially after being able to bask in Les' special "glow" for several days [] and to be able to soak up some useful brain cells from the folks in the rest of the room so at the end I'll leave smartererer. ONE TEAM - ONE FIGHT!!! Mike
Mark P Posted October 6, 2014 Report Posted October 6, 2014 All should know we have accomplished our goal at the session. We are now working on other maintenance of the exam. Mark, would you like to be in the pool for other upcoming sessions? We do vet participants but it is more about time in the industry, where you live and association affiliation (or non). We strive to keep a good mix or distribution for each session. Top that off with rotating people in and out to keep the pool from being stagnant. Yes, Charlie, I would like to be considered. Thank you.
Les Posted October 6, 2014 Report Posted October 6, 2014 Please look closely and you will recognize why this assignment is sooooooooooooo tough! yes, that is Mark in that photo! Click to Enlarge 45.55 KB
Scottpat Posted October 6, 2014 Report Posted October 6, 2014 Please look closely and you will recognize why this assignment is sooooooooooooo tough! yes, that is Mark in that photo! Click to Enlarge 45.55 KB And that was just the mid morning break!
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