Everette,
I can not go through all of the old posts on every BBS to find the links to past statements that were negative about non-members being legit.I would'nt say there are a bunch,but thoise comments have stuck in my mind.I don''t find fault with the entire Org. for the actions of a few.I also am not trying to put down the efforts of anyone who works hard to promote the PWNA or the industry.
My post on the other BBS was no diffrent than it is here.We all preform the same job member of PWNA or not and it's time to stop making one out to be better than the other,it's something we should all share in doing.
I take credit for the education I give my customers, I work hard to not only appear professional ,but I have the literature and knowledge to back it up.I don't just show up looking nice with a bunch of before/after pics,I have a binder full of info sheets from reliable sources that I share with my customers.I don't want it ever said by a customer that I have made up anything to gain a job,I want the job because I have done my research and can back it up with facts.
I have seem some great strides in the last year for the PWNA.Efforts that not only have helped promote the Org. but the industry as a whole in a positive light.I always offer the PWNA as an avenue for the new guys I talk with.I don't tell them they don't need it or it's a waste of money etc.If they feel the PWNA is an option for their company they have the info.
I just no longer care who is or isn't a member,I'll treat all the same if they will extend the same courtesy to me the way you always have.Again,I'm equal opportunity,if others play nice with me ,I'll play nice also.