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[Carl Keliin]

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Well, I have just received my Operations Manual. I have been reading thru it the last 2 days. I have found it to be very informative. Who ever did the manual, hats off to them.

I have learned a lot just in the past 2 days and am sure I will learn a lot more. It also has made me even more interested in investigations, if that is possible, after reading it. I'm on my 2nd time reading it and even my wife has been reading it and found it interesting.

Keep up the good work. I hope to get start soon.

Thank you,
Carl

[David Copeland]

Carl, it's good to have you here, especially with a compliment in hand. :)

The manual evolved some years ago when IPIU's process did not include the manual. IPIU used to assign all agents from credentialing to agencies. Then the agencies all got together and wrote the manual to save training time on the most asked questions.

Later, the Code of Ethics was included because some agents were of the sort that they need to be trained on how to behave. ;)

Again, welcome. And THANKS for your compliment. Maybe your wife will team up with you on a future assignment. (Ask Jim Walters about this ;) ).

David

[Carl Keliin]

Thank you for your reply. It's so good to know that you and others read our comments and questions. We all need to have a place to go to have some questions answered and yes, maybe to just leave a comment.

I for one, real appreciate all of you out there helping people like me trying to get into another area of work. I'm sure with the help from you and others, a lot more people will be on their way to a new career.

Once again, thank you.

Carl__________________

[Carmen Acai]

Hi, Carl! Hi, David!:)

I would like to join this small team and say the same thing:Operations Manual Is Great!.

As you said, David, it is a very good idea to provide anybody joining this career with such a Manual. It definitely offers the basics, and goes even a little further. When I say "further", I mean "Chapter 4", which is of a tremendous importance. Everything in this Manual is important, but "Chapter 4" is essential to the work of any PI. We are humans working with other humans on special situations. At least a half of our success as PIs is based on that type of skill, which if we do not have developed enough, we have to do everything possible to develop properly. I was really delighted while I read it. It's tough to do it because it envolves a certain type of mind chess, but it's good to know to do it. I am not an expert, but I could add one idea there based on my personal experience. I am confident that one day I'll have this opportunity.

In fact, the great value of this Manual is represented by something else. I still recall after so many years of something said by one of my teachers while in the High School (History teacher). He was not happy at all with the students' answers, and so, he said to us: "Do you know what your problem is? Let me give you the answer: YOU DO NOT KNOW HOW TO LEARN!" He was so right. The tendency we have at an early age, and some of us even later, is to be superficial and not well organized when we do something. There are several causes that might bring us to this, but when it is about learning, we have to know how to learn. And this is the great plus of this Manual. It is devised in a way that even if we would have the tendency to go over it in a kind of superficial manner, it brings you to the point or heart of the matter. It's analytic and synthetic at the same time, plus "it puts your mind on rods".:D ;) I read it twice, and there are there things that I already know. But I'll read it again, and I know why. Besides, I hardly wait to download the new chapters from your website when the time will be. It's all about steady work, and not being superficial.

I would like to thank to and congratulate all those who brought their contribution to this Manual.http://www.ipiu.org/forums//images/5stars.gif They did a great job, and I am sure that this is only the beginning.

Wish you all have a great week.:)

[Elizabeth Black -]

:) Carmen,
Now I'm even more excited to receive my manual and get started reading!
Thanks

[Becky Brown -]

Hello Liz!

I'm sure it wont be long now.

I have to agree with everyone it is a great manual. Very well written and very informative.

Take care and have a good day!:)

[Elizabeth Black -]

Originally posted by Becky Brown
Hello Liz!

I'm sure it wont be long now.

I have to agree with everyone it is a great manual. Very well written and very informative.

Take care and have a good day!:)
:) Oh! the anticipation!

[Becky Brown -]

Hi Liz!

I know how you feel. Actually it makes me laugh when i think about it, we all act like a bunch of kids in the candy store!:D :D :D (No offense intended)

Have a good weekend!:)

[Elizabeth Black -]

Originally posted by Becky Brown
Hi Liz!

I know how you feel. Actually it makes me laugh when i think about it, we all act like a bunch of kids in the candy store!:D :D :D (No offense intended)

Have a good weekend!:)
:D

[Deborah W]

None taken, Liz! I felt positively giddy when I found that box, containing my manual, sitting on my doorstep yesterday morning. Guess I'll always be young at heart.

[Deborah W]

Carl and Carmen,

I'm with you on the manual. It's written in layman style, which makes it easy to understand and absorb. Those that are new to this field will learn a lot, while the experience will get a refresher course. I enjoyed the section about Interrogation the most. Last but not least, there's the catalog. Ahh, so many books, so little time!

Happy reading everyone!

[Elizabeth Black -]

Originally posted by Deborah Woehr
None taken, Liz! I felt positively giddy when I found that box, containing my manual, sitting on my doorstep yesterday morning. Guess I'll always be young at heart.
Deborah,
None taken what?

[Becky Brown -]

Originally posted by Deborah Woehr
None taken, Liz! I felt positively giddy when I found that box, containing my manual, sitting on my doorstep yesterday morning. Guess I'll always be young at heart.


Deborah,

I know how you feel. I think we'll always be young at heart, or at least I hope.

Have a good day!:)

[Becky Brown -]

Originally posted by Elizabeth Black

Deborah,
None taken what?


Liz,

I think she was refering to your reply to my thread. About no offense.

Have a good day!:)

[Elizabeth Black -]

Deborah, Becky,
:D Who's giddy:D Not me!
Take care!

[Becky Brown -]

Liz,

:D :D :D Your to funny!

Thanks for the laugh. My kids now think I'm nuts, because when I read that I started laughing.

Have a good day!:) ;) :)

[Elizabeth Black -]

Originally posted by Becky Brown
Liz,

:D :D :D Your to funny!

Thanks for the laugh. My kids now think I'm nuts, because when I read that I started laughing.

Have a good day!:) ;) :)
:D And they say kids say the darnest things:p

[Deborah W]

My kids have gotten used to my laughing at the computer. :D Have a great day, ladies!

[Elizabeth Black -]

Originally posted by Deborah Woehr
Have a great day, ladies! [/B]
:) You do the same Deborah:)

[Becky Brown -]

Originally posted by Elizabeth Black

:D And they say kids say the darnest things:p


Liz,

Have you ever thought of being a comedian? I think you'd make a good one.

Have a good night!:)

[Becky Brown -]

Originally posted by Deborah Woehr
My kids have gotten used to my laughing at the computer. :D Have a great day, ladies!


Deborah,

I thought mine would be by now.

If you could have seen the looks on there face, my son(11) asked if I was alright and my daughter (7)was trying to see what was on my screen that was so funny.

I guess I'll be alright as long as the guys with the white jackets don't show up.:D :D

Have a good night!:)

[Elizabeth Black -]

Originally posted by Becky Brown



Liz,

Have you ever thought of being a comedian? I think you'd make a good one.

Have a good night!:)
:D I have to do something to entertain my self:D
I watch a lot of Jerry Steinfeld:p

[Deborah W]

Originally posted by Becky Brown



Deborah,

I thought mine would be by now.

If you could have seen the looks on there face, my son(11) asked if I was alright and my daughter (7)was trying to see what was on my screen that was so funny.

I guess I'll be alright as long as the guys with the white jackets don't show up.:D :D

Have a good night!:)

You're fine. :) I worry about the ones who are terminally serious. Have a good day!

[Becky Brown -]

Originally posted by Elizabeth Black

:D I have to do something to entertain my self:D
I watch a lot of Jerry Steinfeld:p



Liz!

I like that show to.

I must say we really appreciate you entertaining us.

Have a good day!:)

[Becky Brown -]

Originally posted by Deborah Woehr


You're fine. :) I worry about the ones who are terminally serious. Have a good day!


Thanks Deborah!

I'm glad someone thinks so. I needed some reassurance.:D :D :D

Have a good day!:)

[Thomas J Nicol]

Originally posted by Carl Keliin
Well, I have just received my Operations Manual. I have been reading thru it the last 2 days. I have found it to be very informative. Who ever did the manual, hats off to them.

I have learned a lot just in the past 2 days and am sure I will learn a lot more. It also has made me even more interested in investigations, if that is possible, after reading it. I'm on my 2nd time reading it and even my wife has been reading it and found it interesting.

Hi Carl, :)

I felt just the same when mine arrived. I've been through it a couple of times. Its packed with good information. You don't run across info like that just anywhere. ;)

I'm really grateful to the IPIU for providing such a great compliation of information that will help us move forward with private investigation. :cool:

Well, happy reading, and have a great weekend! :p

[Mr Uttecht -]

I agree with everyone on the manual. I think the best part about it is it's written clearly and concisely. I don't think it could be any more simpler to understand. Very easy reading, but also enjoyable. The page layouts are organized extremely well. For anyone who has not received theirs yet, it's not a textbook full of blah blah blah. Consider it a handy reference guide you will refer to in the future.

Gerrit

[Michelle Hanulik]

I have learned a lot just in the past 2 days and am sure I will learn a lot more. It also has made me even more interested in investigations, if that is possible, after reading it. I'm on my 2nd time reading it and even my wife has been reading it and found it interesting.

Carl,
Once you decided to take the road to being a PI you made the decision to never stop learning. There will always be something new around the corner or a new way to do something.

I agree with you. the Operations manual is an awesome manual. I take it to my security job with me and look through it regularly. There are also many other books out there that can offer very good information as well.

Click here for a start on building your library: http://www.ipiu.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=17

[May K. Toney]

Originally posted by Michelle Hanulik
Once you decided to take the road to being a PI you made the decision to never stop learning. There will always be something new around the corner or a new way to do something.
I couldn't agree more! The life long learning opportunities is what truly motivates me and keeps me plowing ahead! To be all I can be!

I've been somewhat scarce about the forums in the last two weeks but thought I'd drop in and see what's going on. I was especially interested in what everyone had to say about the training manual. Why? :confused: Because I just received my photo ID, COE and other documents in the mail! I'm finally official! The training manual is my very next stop! I'll be making the forum rounds as much as possible and look forward to your views on this long awaited training tool! So, for all those still waiting, there is light at the end of the tunnel. Success to all and to all a good night!

[Thomas J Nicol]

Originally posted by May K. Toney
I just received my photo ID, COE and other documents in the mail! I'm finally official! The training manual is my very next stop! I'll be making the forum rounds as much as possible and look forward to your views on this long awaited training tool! So, for all those still waiting, there is light at the end of the tunnel. Success to all and to all a good night!

That is such good news, Sandy! :)

I'm so pleased for you and the forward mobility. Missed having replies from you, and I'm so glad you did this one. I know exactly what you are experiencing, since it was only a few heart-beats ago that I was there. :p You will absolutely love the Manual. It is packed full of great information, suggestions, and direction. You will "take the little book and eat it up". It will not make your belly bitter. ;)

So, I guess its upward and onward! :cool: Keep up the good work, and patience, and it will be here before you know it. ;) All the very best!

I start my F.T. pos. next Monday, with orientation. :eek: I guess, after all, I am a little apprehensive, but it should pass. I need to have a Mantu test (trust I spelled that correctly). I'll be working in a hospital. -- You know "Code Blue! :eek:

Trust your work is going well, and your hours are working out as you had planned.

Take good care, ;)

[May K. Toney]

Originally posted by Thomas J Nicol
I start my F.T. pos. next Monday, with orientation. :eek: I guess, after all, I am a little apprehensive, but it should pass. I need to have a Mantu test (trust I spelled that correctly). I'll be working in a hospital. -- You know "Code Blue! :eek: Trust your work is going well, and your hours are working out as you had planned.

My, My! If it isn't my old friend TJ! I've truly missed your sun filled comments as well! Thank you for your encouragement. I look forward to eating the manual in one gulp but I know I'll have to consume it in small bites. Either way, it's good to know that it will not be bitter to my stomach. I've read (somewhere) that certain books can have that affect (:))

Aren't you full of good news! You are on the Code Blue team! That is fantastic! I'm sure you'll ace your test and overcome every obstacle so I'm not worried at all! On the contrary, I'm thrilled for you! What a worthwhile way to spend your time!

My assignment is going well and my boss is great! I stayed up too late last night so I was less than 100% today but I'm crashing early tonight. I even received a call from another agency with an upcoming possibility when the current assignment ends. Tis the busy season, after all! The client is quite choosey and is willing to pay top rates for the right person. I hope to make the list! Now, if I can only find more time for my coursework, I'll really be on a roll!

It's always good to hear from you. All my best. Stay in touch!

[Jeff Colon]

That is very good news, Sandy!!! I am at the same point as you(awaiting the manual). It's nice to progress with a group of people! :p
Oh and now Sandy, you can go to the At-Home work forum that was created to post the helpful information! See you on the boards!

Hey Tom, congrats on your new job!!

[Thomas J Nicol]

Originally posted by May K. Toney
I look forward to eating the manual in one gulp but I know I'll have to consume it in small bites. Either way, it's good to know that it will not be bitter to my stomach. I've read (somewhere) that certain books can have that affect (:)) :D :D :D No doubt! :p


Aren't you full of good news! You are on the Code Blue team! That is fantastic! I'm sure you'll ace your test and overcome every obstacle so I'm not worried at all! On the contrary, I'm thrilled for you! What a worthwhile way to spend your time! Actually not on the med. staff but on the tellecom-videoconference team (of one currently.


My assignment is going well and my boss is great! I even received a call from another agency with an upcoming possibility when the current assignment ends. Tis the busy season, after all! The client is quite choosey and is willing to pay top rates for the right person. I hope to make the list! If the client "has eyes to see with, and ears to hear with", there should be no question who will be on the list, the receiver of this reply. ;) All the best, and take care, :)

[Thomas J Nicol]

Originally posted by Jeff Colon
Hey Tom, congrats on your new job!!

Thanks, Jeff. :)

I haven't had to get up at a prescribed time for more than 12 weeks. I have some work to do to reset my bio-clock! :D :D

Thanks for the kind words, take care, ;)

[Jeff Colon]

LOL :)

[May K. Toney]

Originally posted by Jeff Colon
I'm at the same point as you(awaiting the manual). It's nice to progress with a group of people! :p Oh and now Sandy, you can go to the At-Home work forum that was created to post the helpful information! See you on the boards!
Hey Jeff:
You are so right! There are so many IPIU members here at various stages in their PI career. You are truly never alone no matter where you are in the process; or your PI career for that matter. That's one of the very nicest things about the IPIU family. I've learned so much from my peers in the forums that I look forward to sharing more meaningful information with them. I'm sure we'll be hearing lots from you as well! Every success!

[May K. Toney]

Originally posted by Thomas J Nicol
:D :D :D No doubt! :p Actually not on the med. staff but on the tellecom-videoconference team (of one currently). If the client "has eyes to see with, and ears to hear with", there should be no question who will be on the list, the receiver of this reply. ;) All the best, and take care, :)
Good Evening TJ:
Your comments are so sweet and uplifting. You are quite the charmer. What's this about a team of one :confused: We're with you! Besides, your employer chose you from numerous candidates to perform a needed service. The fact that you represent an entire department merely confirms the trust they have in you and your abilities. That's a pretty high compliment, my friend and a great accomplishment! Now, go get um!

[Jeff Colon]

Guess what everyone?! I recieved my manual today! It's a very fufilling experience. :D
I see it as a great tool. I just wish there was website information in it.
Oh well...:(

But I'm happy, can't wait to get the badge.

[Thomas J Nicol]

Originally posted by Jeff Colon
Guess what everyone?! I recieved my manual today! It's a very fufilling experience. :D
I see it as a great tool. I just wish there was website information in it.
Oh well...:(

But I'm happy, can't wait to get the badge.

That is good news, Jeff.:)

Actually, it a must read Manual. It's something you need to read slowly and digest. At least that's the way I did it. :rolleyes:

All the best, ;)

[Jeff Colon]

Thanks TJ!!!

[Sara E Pickett]

Hello Carl:

You must be very excited to have that manual in hand, after I'm sure what seemed like an eternity. Well I am much more of a newcomer than you, so I am still waiting on my fingerprint cards etc. to arive. But I know when the time is right they will show up.
I can imagine how interesting the reading is going to be and I SOoo look forward to that reading and learning.
Anyway, congratulations on receiving the manual.:)
I'll be seeing you around the forums.
Have a GREAT day Carl!

Sara E. Pickett

[LaVaughn Bennett]

I can't wait to receive the manual! Everytime I log onto the forum it gets me more excited to read everyone's comments and to learn what stage everyone is in! Have a good night!

[Don Menard]

Originally posted by LaVaughn Bennett
I can't wait to receive the manual![COLOR=darkblue] Everytime I log onto the forum it gets me more excited to read everyone's comments and to learn what stage they are in.stage
Everyone have a great night!

Hello LaVaughn,

Oh how true that is. Im very interested in the different comments for I'm learning from them. Also, I love the humor that comes forth.
I can't wait for my manual to arrive. As said earlier, like kids in a candy store, or as I like to think, us adults can still be like kids at Christmas.
Love the dog at the bottom of your post. I still must learn how to do that.
I hope the time will arrive soon when I will be able to post helpful suggestions.

[Thomas J Nicol]

Originally posted by Don Menard
I hope the time will arrive soon when I will be able to post helpful suggestions. Hi Don, :)

Its good to have you here with us. I would generally place this reply in your introduction post thread, but since you haven't had a change to do that yet, I'll put this here, for your benifit. It doesn't belong here and the Moderator may move it to your intro post at some point.

I was given the following information when I joined the IPIU, and it has proven to be excellent direction. If you will follow it, you will soon find you are well on your way toward becoming a private investigator. The forums are filled with valuable information for our progress, and it is suggested that you read and learn as much as possible from them. Please use the following links, listed below. These will help you start your training as well as answer any basic questions you may have.

Please read through the entire message, then go to the Intro. Lounge - New Members Introduction Lounge (http://www.ipiu.org/forums//forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=45[/url) There you can click on the "Start a New Topic" button and tell everyone a little about yourself; your hopes and aspirations. :p This way, we all can welcome you properely to the family.

Newcomers please Click Here: Do This First! (http://www.ipiu.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=3734)

Please Click Here: Forum Rules Topic Link (http://www.ipiu.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&postid=18125#post18125)

Please Click Here: Forum Access Levels Link (http://www.ipiu.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=2918)

Please Click Here: IPIU Benefits & Time Table to Assignments Link (http://www.ipiu.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=625)

Please Click Here: Test Your Skills Forum (http://www.ipiu.org/forums/forumdisplay.php?s=&forumid=10)

Please Click Here: Tutorials (http://www.ipiu.org/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=3310&highlight=Tutorial)
Other features that will help are the New Thread/Topic button http://www.ipiu.org/forums/images/newthread.gif which will allow you to begin a new topic. Be careful not to use this feature within someone else’s topic, since it may become lost in theirs.

To add your personal comment to an existing member's Thread/Topic, please click the http://www.ipiu.org/forums//images/exreply.gif so that your reply will remain inside the author's topic.

Please use the http://www.ipiu.org/forums/images/top_search.gif and http://www.ipiu.org/forums/images/top_faq.gif buttons, located at the top right hand corner of your screen. These will help you find the answers to most questions.

All the best to you in your future endeavors, ;)

[Don Menard]

Hey hey hey TJ, :)

Thank you for all the information and for the heads up that I placed my comment in the wrong place.

I just can't get over how everyone is so helpful, I think that is just so :cool: .

[Thomas J Nicol]

Originally posted by Don Menard
Thank you for all the information and for the heads up that I placed my comment in the wrong place. I just can't get over how everyone is so helpful, I think that is just so cool.Hi Don, :)

I wasn't trying to give you a bad time or anything. :rolleyes: Also, it's not even that you placed your comments in the wrong place. It's just that you didn't post your introduction for the other Moderators and members to properely welcome you.

The "family" members of the IPIU are constantly trying to help each other. It's just something we do. :p

We'll be looking for your introduction in the New Member's Introduction Lounge, so we can properely welcome you along with the others. And thanks for joining us here, ;)

[Clarence M. Wood]

Hello Everyone!

I was recently informed by my trainer that my Training Manual and Test were being mailed today. I've got one week vacation scheduled next week and plan to sit at home and read. Couldn't have timed that any better if we really tried. :D I'm looking forward to a week of relaxing and reading. Talk to you soon.

[Don Menard]

Originally posted by Thomas J Nicol
Hi Don, :)

I wasn't trying to give you a bad time or anything. :rolleyes: Also, it's not even that you placed your comments in the wrong place. It's just that you didn't post your introduction for the other Moderators and members to properely welcome you.

The "family" members of the IPIU are constantly trying to help each other. It's just something we do. :p

We'll be looking for your introduction in the New Member's Introduction Lounge, so we can properely welcome you along with the others. And thanks for joining us here, ;)

Hi TJ,

I did not think that you were trying to give me a bad time :) :D ;)

After reading your post today, I went back and read mine again and discovered that more that anything else I misspoke, (or in this case mistyped) anyway, all is well and I want to thank you for your comments.

I will be introducing myself in the New Member's Introduction Lounge shortly. I wanted to get a feel of this so I could give a proper introduction and not some off the wall nonsense.

I have noticed that the IPIU "family" members are there to help, and at times, I'm just amazed at the helpfulness of everyone.

TJ, thanks to your post I'm more excited about being here and with IPIU.

My introduction will be posted very soon. Again, thanks TJ.

[Sara E Pickett]

David,

That's very interesting as to how the training manuals actually came about.
Fascinating to hear of the support to IPIU.
The fact that IPIU's affiliates came together to put forth such a manual is quite a testament of faith held in this family. That to me, tells alot about IPIU's quality and reputaion. I am so glad to be a part of this family. Thank you for sharing that information David.
You just put more icing on the cake! :)

[Sara E Pickett]

Clarence,

What exciting news to hear that your training manual and test are in the mail. Enjoy the reading, study hard, but have fun with it too.
Just a h-e-l-l-o from another hoosier. :)
Best of luck on the test!

[Michael Harris]

I am still waiting for my manual.

[Thomas J Nicol]

Originally posted by Michael Harris
I am still waiting for my manual. Hi Michael, :)

Depending on when your sent in your package, it could take up to 3 weeks. I remember, it seemed like a month, but it will arrive. Then the fun begins.:p

All the best, ;)

[Michael Harris]

Tom,

I read a few rave reviews on the manual. Having been an educator/trainer for the last quarter century, I appreciate good training and operating documentation.

[Thomas J Nicol]

Originally posted by Michael Harris
I appreciate good training and operating documentation. Hi Michael, :)

I don't think you will be disappointed. I think the manual is excellent. It is filled with very usable information. I know the waiting is hard. But you need not feel alone. Virtually every member has gone through exactly what you are going through now. (myself included). :p

Would you believe I started out in life to become an educator. I was to instruct in electronics. I ended up in electronics, now in Video Conferencing. You just never know. :rolleyes:

Take care, ;)

[Michael Harris]

TJ,

I started out misleading Congress. I got out of that business. I feel the need to step up in the world and deal with criminals, deadbeat dads, and assorted dreck.:rolleyes:

[Diane Jarosz]

I've been reading encouragement statements and success stories and the excitement when people receive the Ops manual.

This is so exciting. There is such an opptimism here.
Thank you all and IPIU.
I'm so excited.
All I can say is: I can't wait til the mail gets here!

DJ

[Thomas J Nicol]

Originally posted by Diane Jarosz
All I can say is: I can't wait til the mail gets here!Hi Diane, :)

I used to check by the front door every day for a couple of weeks, hoping I would find the "little book" :p

One day my prayers were answered. :o Yours will come to!

Take care, ;)

[Diane Jarosz]

Hi TJ,

Thanks!:)

I still wait with baited breath.;)

DJ

[Michele Maconship]

I'm happy to report that I just received my Training Manual in the mail earlier this week. I plan to spend the weekend reading and completing the test.

Wish me luck!

[Diane Jarosz]

Great Day Michele!

http://www.gifanimations.com/Image/Animations/Explosives/fireworks.gif CONGRATULATIONS!

Keep us posted on your progess.

DJ

[Michele Maconship]

Thanks, Diane. Loved your picture!

[Diane Jarosz]

Hi Michele,
It was my pleasure!
DJ

[Michael Harris]

Michele,

The best of luck on your exams. :) :D :cool:

[Donna Scariti]

Michele,

I think I was as excited as you are when I received my manual and test.

Can you ever remember being that excited to study for a test when you were in school? I remember saying that to myself when my manual came! I told myself, "Hey, wait a minute...How come you weren't this excited about taking a test when you were 15?" LOL

Just wanted to drop by and wish you luck on the test! ;)

Donna

[Michele Maconship]

Diane, Donna, Michael,

Thanks so much for the encouragement!

You are so right, Donna, I can't remember ever being as excited about taking a test in high school! :D I guess we live and learn.

I remember reflecting on my grandfather and his character and life after he passed away a couple years ago, and the conclusion I came to is that it virtually takes an entire lifetime to gain the wisdom you really should have had at the beginning of your life. And then just when you are about where you need to be, it is gone "in the blink of any eye". The key, I believe, is to come to this conclusion early enough in your life so that you can be a benefit to others. . . something very few people do. I clearly remember part of the prayer Grandpa used to say before a holiday meal, and it included the words "help us to be mindful of the needs of others".

You guys are right on track! I really appreciate your kind words.

[Donna Scariti]

Very wise man your Grandpa! You hit the nail on the head girlfriend! That's what it's all about :D :D :D The sooner learned, the better off you are in your own life...brings you peace of mind!

Take care!

Donna

[Michael Harris]

I never really remembered my grandfather (the other set was dead long before I was born), but my mother's mother was around until I was in my late twenties.:(

Sometimes our elders dispensed great wisdom and we did not pick up on it for years.:o I know that many things that guide my life were things my grandmother said -- it was just a part of her.:(

[Corinne Pedriani--]

Michele,
CONGRATULATIONS! on receiving your manual, and good luck on your test! I'm still at that waiting-by-the-mailbox-postman's-going-to-get-a-restraining-order stage!
:rolleyes:

About your Grandfather...it's wonderful that you have a warm memory of him, and that he was wise and thoughtful. All of my grandparents had passed before I was born, but my Great-grandmother lived until I was 12. I have to confess that I had a case of Ageism when I was young; I only saw her about once a year and wasn't used to an older generation. I often think of all the rich things I could have learned from her, especially about her homeland of Greece. For many years I was filled with regret over this. Then I realized that I should not look to the past, but appreciate now the things I learn from others, regardless of age. So I guess I learned something from her after all...maybe the one thing that was most important in making me who I am. :)

And...here's hoping that as PI's, we will be making a living helping others!

Again, good luck, and have a great weekend! (I'm sure you'll be busy reading!)

[Michele Maconship]

Originally posted by Corinne Pedriani
. . . I have to confess that I had a case of Ageism when I was young; I only saw her about once a year and wasn't used to an older generation. I often think of all the rich things I could have learned from her, especially about her homeland of Greece. For many years I was filled with regret over this. Then I realized that I should not look to the past, but appreciate now the things I learn from others, regardless of age. So I guess I learned something from her after all...maybe the one thing that was most important in making me who I am. :)


You did indeed learn something from your grandmother, Corinne. And someday you will pass this on to your own children and grandchilden. If not for your own, there are many children out there who need mentors that you can be a blessing to . . .

[Thomas J Nicol]

Originally posted by Michele Kohan
I'm happy to report that I just received my Training Manual in the mail earlier this week. I plan to spend the weekend reading and completing the test.Hi Michele, :)

What wonderful news! :cool: I'm sure you will do well. With anticipation of good results, you can't miss! :p

All the best and I'll be looking for that great score you will be posting. :)

All the best, ;)

[Thomas J Nicol]

Originally posted by Michael Harris
I feel the need to step up in the world and deal with criminals, deadbeat dads, and assorted dreck.:rolleyes: Hi Michael, :)

Most commendable.:o :cool: ;)

[Thomas J Nicol]

Originally posted by Diane Jarosz
I still wait with baited breath.;)Hi Diane, :)

Just keep the candle burning for the mailman! :p ;)

[Michael Harris]

bate1 (b³t) tr.v. bat·ed, bat·ing, bates. 1. To lessen the force or intensity of; moderate: “To his dying day he bated his breath a little when he told the story” (George Eliot).

I think this is the word. :o

[Jeff Colon]

Great Michael K.!!

[Diane Jarosz]

aha! (baited)
You caught me on that one Michael!
Good catch! Thanks.:D :cool:

DJ

[Michael Harris]

Diane,

I am a writer and editor (in my spare time -- haha!) and I have developed an ugly habit of picking up on typos, etc. :rolleyes: :o :p Sometimes I have trouble reading a novel because of poor proofreading. :(

[Diane Jarosz]

Hi Michael,

I have been writing since 1983.
I see many writing errors by many people.
I just move over it.
WHY............:D I hate proof reading also! LOL

Fortunately for me, I don't have to proof read too much. There are others to do that piece of my work. Leave it to the experts is my motto.
I find at times my thoughts run faster than the "hunt & pecking" that I do! :D

One of my Professors encouraged my writing skills. I'm a great speller, good story teller. BAD TYPIST!:rolleyes:
All in all I loved the catch you made.
It makes my heart smile.
DJ

[Michael Harris]

Diane,

Making hearts smile is just one of my many talents.:rolleyes: :p

[Diane Jarosz]

LOL:D Michael!

[Elizabeth Selinsky]

All of you are making me very excited to receive my manual. I don't believe I have felt this way since college. I love learning something new. I am opening a new door in my brain.

[Kathleen Padgett]

Hi Elizabeth,

That's great, your manual should arrive soon. There's a lot of great information there, really helps with your training. I agree that learning is the key to knowledge and success, very exciting.
Best of luck to you and enjoy the process of growing and developing into an excellent PI:)

[Michael Harris]

Originally posted by Elizabeth Selinsky
All of you are making me very excited to receive my manual. I don't believe I have felt this way since college. I love learning something new. I am opening a new door in my brain.
Elizabeth,

wow! I can feel your excitement. :) :D :cool:

[Elizabeth Selinsky]

I received my training manual on monday. I love how direct and organized it is. I had no problem finding the information necessary for the open book test. I look forward to the test results. Thanks IPIU!!

[Kathleen Padgett]

Elizabeth, good luck with your test, almost there :D

[Barbara Holtzman -]

After reading all about the manual, I can't wait to get mine.

God grant me the serenity...

:(

[Robert L Shipley -]

I can't wait to get my manual

Even thou I don't have to take the test I need it for the GREAT INFORMATION













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[B Ann Craig]

Originally posted by Robert L Shipley
I can't wait to get my manual

Even thou I don't have to take the test I need it for the GREAT INFORMATION

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Robert, you sound like me. I couldn't wait, either. When I did get mine, I read it three time, this is my way of learning. Three time on everything. I guess that is why they say third times the charm.

Thank you for this picture. We all will never forget. May everyone have a peace fill day.

Robert, you have really made progress with the forum software. Keep up the great work. ;)

Have a wonderful week. Take care. :)

[Robert L Shipley -]

Hello B Ann,

Thank you for your kind word of encouragement. It seems to be just falling in place. I still get a little over whelmed. But I just take three deep breaths and start from step 1. That way I can see where I got confused.

You are a great help to me! Thank you very much.

[Lisa Hawkinson]

It is very exciting to read how satisfying it is to receive this manual. It seems so far, far away right now.:eek:

I enjoyed the photo too.

I guess all I have to do is be thankful for what I have. Reflecting upon the events of 9/11, it can always be worse. Much worse.

I hope that any fellow IPIU members who lost people on 9/11 can come here and see comfort from this family. (off the topic, but had to say it)

[Robert L Shipley -]

I am sure all our thoughts have been with 9/11 and their family members. My thoughts are with them very often.

Good luck and enjoy.

:)

[B Ann Craig]

Thank you so much, Robert. I am so glad to be able to help you. ;)

I know my mind has been with all those form 9-11 this day.

Have a wonderful week. Take care. :)

[Barbara Holtzman -]

Just like last year, and the year before, today was a beautiful New York late summer day...

My locality, the county and thereabouts, lost 62. The small town of Middletown, NJ lost 54. The FDNY lost 343. Even people like me, who lost no one directly, still lost more than most of us can ever explain...

The only words are unimaginable, irreparable loss....

Last year, a lot of people were barely starting to mourn, it was such a shock. I barely remember last year. This year, I kept bursting into tears from about 8:40 on, until about 10:30, when I pulled onto 10th Avenue facing downtown. The towers used to be there, in that view. It's still so weird they're not...

[B Ann Craig]

Barbara, I can only imagine your thoughts over the last two years, being a Certified Social Worker. I have helped people through a lot in my life, but nothing like the help you have given. I am glad you have joined us.

Have a wonderful week. Take care. :)

[Barbara Holtzman -]

Originally posted by B Ann Craig
Barbara, I can only imagine your thoughts over the last two years, being a Certified Social Worker. I have helped people through a lot in my life, but nothing like the help you have given. I am glad you have joined us.

Have a wonderful week. Take care. :)

Thanks for the kind words. It all hurts so much it feels more like I'm not the "helper," but somehow part of the "helped." I know I make a difference because people tell me so, but it seems so inadequate...

And I realize I've brought us all terribly off topic. I'm so sorry. I'm not good at being good, but I'll try ;)

[B Ann Craig]

Barbara, you are very welcome. I'm sure you were both helped, and helped other. I have found helping others, helps me.

I hope your manual will come to you very soon. Now we are back on topic. ;)

Have a wonderful weekend. Take care. :)

[Mark Aloise]

I'm glad to hear that the manual is good. I presume that you are talking about the new 2004 manual, yes? I am still waiting for mine and hope I find it as valuable as you say.

Mark

[Ms Karleen Phillips]

The manual is very helpful. I learned alot from it! Also refreshed my memory with stuff I already knew and confirmed things that I didnt realize I knew! I read mine a couple times but I could probably use to read it again! I was as excited as everyone else to get my manual!! I did not know though that there was a new one I have no idea what one I have.

It is very interesting and enlightening none the less.:)

[Mark Aloise]

Hi Karleen,

Thanks for your insight into the manual. I look forward now, even more, to receiving mine.

I also have uncovered (in the forums) the fact that regardless of when you got your manual, the updates to the new material as well as new versions of old chapters, are avaialbe from the office, and on line as well, so that everyone always has the most up to date information avaialble. That, in of itself, gives me great confidence in the organization I have recently attached myself to.

Mark

[Paul Davis--]

Yehaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!!!!!! I got it.
Hi to all, I finally got my Training Manual in the mail today. It took approximately 4 weeks to receive it.
I also ordered the badge at the same time, I figured that it would arrive at the same time. But it didn't. Was I wrong to ASSUME this? After all, we are talking about SNAIL Mail.....:D
So I should be expecting it next week? Has anybody else ran into this situation too?
Well....off to study the manual. Happy studying!!!!!

[Sylvia Buetow]

Originally posted by Paul Davis
Yehaaaaaaaaaaa!!!!!!!!!!!!! I got it.
Hi to all, I finally got my Training Manual in the mail today. It took approximately 4 weeks to receive it.


Wow! Maybe mine will come pretty soon too. I got an e-mail it would go into the mail the end of last week..

[Danny King -]

It will appear when you least expect it.

Good Luck:cool:

[Glenn N Klipp]

These comments cause me to be even more anticipatory towards receiving my manual. However, I must wait for another 2 or 3 weeks, as it is at the printer's.


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[Angela Virgo -]

Originally posted by Mark Aloise
I'm glad to hear that the manual is good. I presume that you are talking about the new 2004 manual, yes? I am still waiting for mine and hope I find it as valuable as you say.

Mark :D

:cool: I'm also still waiting with anticipation. I hope it arrives soon!

[Glenn N Klipp]

When I spoke to IPIU last Wednesday, they seemed to intimate that the manuals were at the printers, and would be shipped out in about 3 or 4 weeks.


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[Shanna Greaves]

I'm trying to be patient, but easier said than done!! I registered electronically and am waiting for my fingerprint card, photo credentials, and manual to arrive!! Since I've read these amazing comments about the manual I cannot wait to receive it. Good thing I paid that extra $$$ for Priority Shipping, or else I really would be getting antsy.

Shanna:p

[Donna Reagan]

The printer has shipped all manuals that were holding up until November 1st. The next batch will go out by Friday of this week. If you mailed in your Code of Ethics and union dues prior to November 1st, then wait about 8 days before emailing usa@ipiu.org .

[Glenn N Klipp]

Originally posted by Donna Reagan
The printer has shipped all manuals that were holding up until November 1st. The next batch will go out by Friday of this week. If you mailed in your Code of Ethics and union dues prior to November 1st, then wait about 8 days before emailing usa@ipiu.org .

Donna, what if I sent my COE in on the 10th of November, and IPIU received them on the 14th. How long should I wait before emailing them?

[David Tallia]

Wow! According to what I am reading, the manual must be a hit! Let me know when its ready and I will fly there 1st. class to pick it up! Rain, Snow, Hail.... :) :p :D



Hmmm.... I think I am getting carried away here.... (Or am I?) Ok, I will be patent... :)



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:D

[Lisa Hawkinson]

Donna or other admin:

I'm not sure who to notify.....

Just an FYI-

I received my manual last week, and wanted to mention to someone that the last page of the Intro - (Introduction-Page 4) is not complete. The words are cut off in the middle of a sentence........

It doesn't have an impact on my ability to take the test or move ahead with learning.

It would be nice to know and/or receive (a new page) how the page is supposed to read.

[B Ann Craig]

Lisa, send an email to uas@ipiu.org. Tell them what happened, and that you need another page. I hope this helps. ;)

Have a wonderful week. Take care. :)

[Paul Davis--]

Originally posted by Sylvia Buetow


Wow! Maybe mine will come pretty soon too. I got an e-mail it would go into the mail the end of last week..
:D
Hang in there. You'll get it. I've been studying it religously. I can't wait to send the test back and get the results.
Dose anyone know how long it will be to get the the results
back?
I can't wait to post them.
Good luck to all!!!!!!!

[Kisha Drill]

I have a strange question to ask. I received my manual and exam yesterday. In my binder was an award. It was very beautiful. Now does everyone get those awards, or is it because I achieved my seal? I am just curious, for I have not seen this question asked any where yet.

[Glenn N Klipp]

Originally posted by Kisha Drill
I have a strange question to ask. I received my manual and exam yesterday. In my binder was an award. It was very beautiful. Now does everyone get those awards, or is it because I achieved my seal? I am just curious, for I have not seen this question asked any where yet.

I am sure that it was the seal that you achieved, Kisha. I hope to get my manual in the next two weeks. They told me that it would be mailed out this Friday.

[Kisha Drill]

Glenn,

The manual is great. There is so much wonderful information in it. I learned so much from reading through it. But that is the idea huh? Now the exam was fairly easy. However, parts of it were difficult. I just finished it up this morning. I will be mailing it off later today. Do you know if we can fax our answer sheets in?

[Jason Fischer]

I have a question to ask that may be answered in the documents I should receive soon, but what is a good idea of how long it takes to complete the entire process of becoming a PI and start working? I am really excited about doing this and can't wait to quit my current job and go full time as a PI. I wish I could start today!:D

[Kisha Drill]

Jason,

That is an excellent question. I know that this new career is very exciting. It takes about 3-4 months to complete everything. Now of course you have to remember the holidays with the mail being very slow. If you do everything by credit card it will also speed up the process. If you write checks, it takes 2-3 weeks longer. I hope that I have helped out some.

[Lisa Hawkinson]

Kisha,

I faxed my results in.

As far as the "certificate" in the manual, I received one too. I'm guessing that we all get one (because I don't have a "seal").

Good luck with your results!!

Take care.

[Kisha Drill]

Lisa,

Thank your for the quick response. I really want to fax my exam in, but most of my exam was almost impossible to read because it was faded. I don't want them to look at it and grade it wrong because they can not read what I faxed. I am glad that you received an award as well. My husband was so proud of me.:p I will probally mail my results in. I don't want there to be any problems reading the results. Good luck with your test!

[Jason Fischer]

Kisha,
Thanks for the reply. Wow 3-4 months huh. Thats snail mail for ya. Well I used my credit card so far to pay for placement so I should be getting my first packet next week. I'll have to get them out asap.

So do you work as a PI full time now? If so how long did it take to get your name out there and get enough work to go full time?

[Kisha Drill]

Jason,

I really wish I worked full time. However, I have had no assignments yet. But of course I am still a level 3. Once I get to level 4 I can begin work. I am very excited about starting.

That is really good that you used your card for the initial set up. It will cut off about 2-3 weeks of waiting. The first few steps seem to fly by because you are so busy in the forums, but when you are waiting for the exam and the results, it seems to drag. When you start getting the paper work, take your time and fill it out. You don't want to make mistakes and have to wait for a month to do it over.

Remember not to get to frustrated or overwhelmed. We are all here for you. For we have all been in the same place you are in right now. Please feel free to ask questions. I will help answer them the best that I can. If I can not answer them, someone will. I hope you have a warm and safe weekend.

[Jason Fischer]

Kisha,
Ok sounds good to me. I think the hardest part for me is going to be keeping up with the forums. I dont have a computer so I have to go to the library during my lunch breaks or on the weekends. Maybe Santa will bring me one for christmas. LOL

[Kisha Drill]

Jason,

Don't feel too bad, because I don't have a computer either. I use my computer at work. Try to do as much as you can with the time that you have. You don't have to do everything in one day. By all means it's ok if you aren't up to date on everything that goes on. As long as you are doing the best that you can. You will do great here.:) I have faith in your ability to go very far here. I do hope Santa gets you a computer. I also hope he gets me one to. :p I hope you have a great week.

[Jason Fischer]

Kisha,
Thanks for the encouragement. Good do know that I am not the only person in america without a PC at home. LOL

[Kisha Drill]

Jason,

You know what's pretty sad is that I work at Circuit City and I still don't have a computer. Oh well that is ok. I will get one when I get my tax returns back this year. Then I won't feel as though I am living in the stone age.;) Have a great week.

[Jason Fischer]

Kisha,
Yeah that is pretty sad. You'd think they would have one sitting around somewhere they could just give you. I knew some guys in college that used to go dumpster diving behind Circuit City and would get old computers all the time. LOL

Jason

[Kisha Drill]

Jason,

I know what you mean. They don't throw the items away anymore. I know that they used to and I had gotten a few items that way. Now they mark the prices down really low and if no one buys them, they make them defective. I would buy one of the really cheap ones, but I would rather wait and get a nice one that will get more use out of it. Plus I want to be able to play my computer games and most of the cheap computers don't have very good graphics or are not expandable to where I want a computer to be. No point in settling when I will get an awsome computer in a few months. Well I hope you have a great day.

[Jason Fischer]

Yeah thats true. I am the same way with computers. I only use them for e-mail and games. I might get my cousin to build one for me because he could do it much cheaper and it would be a better computer than you could buy in any store.

[Kisha Drill]

Jason,

You are right about that one. However, they don't hold the same warranty one from a store would have. Our warranty protects against power surges. And other stuff of course. But I wouldn't be able to get that from someone building me a computer. Oh well.

[Jason Fischer]

Yeah thats true. Guess both ways have thier advantages and disadvantages.

[Kisha Drill]

Jason,

Yes they sure do. Well I do hope Santa brings you some sort of computer for Christmas. If not, you might want to give him a call. Lol. Have a great weekend.

[Jason Fischer]

Kisha,

Yeah and ask him why I never got all those GI Joes I asked for when I was a kid.

[Kisha Drill]

Jason,

That is truely funny. Yea there are a few things I would like to ask him to. Have a Merry Christmas if I don't talk to you before then.

[Richard Maxwell]

After I took my test I went back through the manual a couple of times. The manual is full of information and I find that as I do more assignments, I understand certain parts better than when I first read it.

Kudos to the team that put this together. Its an easy read but not over simplified.

[John Roy]

After holding down several job over the last 10 years this manual is the best by far !!! It helped that I waned to read it but it was readable and informative !

[Yakov Mirochnik]

I received my manual last Wednesday. The manual is great and very helpful. I've enjoyed reading Operational Manual again and again. I learned a lot and got so mach wonderful information. I completed and return my exam and looking forward to start my new career soon. :D

Best regards to everyone.

Yakov

[Petra Post]

I am still in limbo... waiting patiently is getting harder by the day... lol... I want to thank you all for sharing this with everybody. Good luck to you all and wait for me on level 4...

[Victoria S Kinney]

I would also like to say the Operations Manual is great and very informative, I am also on my second time rereading it. Hats off to the team who wrote the manual. Keep up the great work.