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noretreat

08/09/10 6:58 PM

#36746 RE: DaysOnTheBeach #36745

ok then, so have we hit the bottom, at least for a while? who has an opinion that's changed based on today's chart?
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mkendra

08/09/10 6:59 PM

#36748 RE: DaysOnTheBeach #36745

Unfortunately, taking advantage of corporate policys seems to be the norm. rather that the exception (in the U.S.). It used to be a lot worse, though.

I used to work for a large film producer in North Hollywood. One week on a big project, I spent over $500 a day (2 days) on dining a crew and assosiates. I felt so guilty, that the 3rd day I stayed in my hotel room and rented a Mario Brothers game for $5.

After I handed in my expense report, I got the dreaded phone call from the CFO; "We can't reimburse you for the Mario game - that is a personal expense."

The $1,000 steak and beer bill was a business expense- no problem....

I never stayed in my hotel playing Mario Brothers again !