STARGAZER Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 5 minutes ago, Rompho Ray said: This is a highly sought-after and majority-approved career choice in Thaiand mate. Soldier and cop, top of the heap, at least as I understand it. Been in Thailand for many moons, been married to a thai for 17 years. Have 100's of Thai's in my circle from all walks of life with kids..never met a one who indicated such a career as being sought after or top of heep. A way out of poverty yeah, but there are now more ways out of poverty than ever in Thailand. I think the dramatic increase in RorDor program over past decade at all walks of life is a clear indication that a career in military anyway is far far from a sought after choice of but a very few small part of population. RorDor is polar opposite of seeking a career. Also a lot of cases being brought forward to eliminate mandatory conscription for non RorDor program graduates or non monks. That is not to say, like many countries a military or law enforcement career can not be a great choice if done for right reasons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rompho Ray Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 2 minutes ago, STARGAZER said: never met a one who indicated such a career as being sought after or top of heep. Maybe they just never thought to mention it? Maybe Bangkok Thais have different priorities from Thais in the villages? Dunno Ron but this has been repeated to me any number of times. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 (edited) 6 hours ago, Yesitisdakid said: And sadly it seems to be void of any customers No consistency but a good night yesterday. The lack of a full time farlang Bar Manager is a big negative influence. One of the many positives of the forthcoming association with Scooters is that they bring an experienced Manager to Scooters at Secrets. Several of their guys in yesterday with tape measures making copious notes. In the interim you have got time on your hands. Want to sit around in Secrets three nights a week holding court as a customer? Free food and drinks and we will throw in the odd pillow biter without b/fine charge. Edited February 8, 2019 by Jambo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yesitisdakid Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 (edited) 36 minutes ago, Jambo said: The lack of a full time farlang Bar Manager is a big negative influence. This i am doubting as there is another thread running somewhere on the forum that most of the replys to how important farang bar managers are that it is not at all important at all. I can't find the thread but if any one does please post the link here please. Found it Edited February 8, 2019 by Yesitisdakid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stillearly Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 7 hours ago, Yesitisdakid said: And sadly it seems to be void of any customers Pics I took were fairly early , was pretty busy later on , a good last night for me 🙂 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 (edited) 21 minutes ago, Yesitisdakid said: This i am doubting as there is another thread running somewhere on the forum that most of the replys to how important farang bar managers are that it is not at all important at all. So all the years you were Secrets Bar Manager had no influence on the numbers of customers? Of course you did. A good Manager has a positive influence on everything that goes on in the Bar and most particularly the attitude of the staff and thus service to customers which is absolutely paramount to a successful Bar. Edited February 8, 2019 by Jambo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yesitisdakid Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 1 minute ago, Jambo said: So all the years you were Secrets Bar Manager had no influence on the numbers of customers? Of course you did. Maybe but based on this current running thread it would have little impact. Times change Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yesitisdakid Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 14 minutes ago, Stillearly said: a good last night for me Nothing else really matters 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 14 minutes ago, Yesitisdakid said: Nothing else really matters Apart from booking your next flight back. I used to do that the same day I got back to the UK. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STARGAZER Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 2 hours ago, Rompho Ray said: Maybe they just never thought to mention it? Maybe Bangkok Thais have different priorities from Thais in the villages? Dunno Ron but this has been repeated to me any number of times. Mentioning why their kids are in RorDor is mentioning it. 70% of the population in Bangkok come from the villages or are worst first generation Bangokians. A child born into lower spheres of the socioeconomic spectrum of the villages have way more options today than they did 10 years ago. Still eons to go compared to many places more advanced but trending in right direction and picking up speed. I know it is difficult to accept Central is in Pattaya now for some, but reality is, it is and nothing is going to change that. The internet gives a rural kid born without indoor plumbing literally access to millions more bits of information and what is out there and available. I would bet the ranch you go to any rural village and ask a 12 year old kid what they want to do for a living when they grow up 90% would answer: Football Player, Tech, Fashion, Gaming, blogger, pilot, doctor, ganjaentrepeneur, hospitality etc etc... long long before they would say I want to be a soldier. Just saying..the old Bangkok argument is as hollow and tired as Hillary's political career. And once this last batch of dinosaurs gets put out to pasture for good and kids get properly educated, dare I say it their chances of reaching their dreams will sky rocket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
monkey_omelette Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 11 hours ago, nampla69 said: The lovely Nong Buriram's finest and Tawan the Tom putting on a few kilos. Looks as busy as the board ............still love the gaffe and yes the food was great. Jambos 100 baht menu was a game changer ............... as were the vouchers 100 baht ..... MO used to love the old 139 baht brekkie. Times really have changed no question. Fcuk Brexit and Trump all their fault ..................... (that should get a few of the old colonels replying outraged of Tunbridge Wells and Texas). Is this on VIP now have some more if so .... ??? 39 baht brekkie, i had some fun in that thread. lol 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcfc2007 Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 4 hours ago, Rompho Ray said: This is a highly sought-after and majority-approved career choice in Thaiand mate. Soldier and cop, top of the heap, at least as I understand it. This kid has brains to burn and spoke great English. He is capable of earning a lot more money and opening up new opportunities abroad. From what I believe it only 'pays' to join the cops or army if you have the contacts and money to earn 'promotions'. Wa with no family and no money will likely end up getting shipped to the pattani or narathiwat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Spice Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 19 minutes ago, dcfc2007 said: ..... From what I believe it only 'pays' to join the cops or army if you have the contacts and money to earn 'promotions'. Wa with no family and no money will likely end up getting shipped to the pattani or narathiwat. Exactly how it works. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 31 minutes ago, Thai Spice said: Exactly how it works. Yawn ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Spice Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 3 minutes ago, Jambo said: Yawn ! Still the truth.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 More photo's down memory lane. (Sorry if any been posted before) Hop along Cassidy; 4 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Yesitisdakid Posted February 8, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted February 8, 2019 I could not wait to get back to work back in the day 5 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 2 hours ago, Yesitisdakid said: I could not wait to get back to work back in the day Me to! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazle Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 9 hours ago, Jambo said: Several of their guys in yesterday with tape measures making copious notes. Deciding which girls to keep and which to let go? What were the criteria - 32:28:32? ☺️ 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jambo Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 1 minute ago, Bazel said: Deciding which girls to keep and which to let go? What were the criteria - 32:28:32? ☺️ 40 - 50 kilo's Many long faces behind the Bar. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan the terrible Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 10 minutes ago, Jambo said: 40 - 50 kilo's Many long faces behind the Bar. i vouch for tawan being 45kg 🙂 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boydeste Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 6 hours ago, Ivan the terrible said: i vouch for tawan being 45kg 🙂 Maybe not now lol. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nampla69 Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 Taiwan is about 55kg these days. Have to say Larry was a simply MASSIVE factor in the success of Secrets. Jambo done the back stage stuff so well. Larry was meant for Secets in that era. He was basically hot sex on legs .......... ... well that's what he told me and Terry in Subic Bay. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Spice Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 7 hours ago, Jambo said: 40 - 50 kilo's Many long faces behind the Bar. 50 is way too much.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starshine Posted February 8, 2019 Share Posted February 8, 2019 (edited) 54 minutes ago, nampla69 said: Taiwan is about 55kg these days. Have to say Larry was a simply MASSIVE factor in the success of Secrets. Jambo done the back stage stuff so well. Larry was meant for Secets in that era. He was basically hot sex on legs .......... ... well that's what he told me and Terry in Subic Bay. Oh the memories! Those deep seductive brown eyes. Tawan was the sun. Edited February 8, 2019 by Starshine 2 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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