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Have You Heard Of Get Up And Go Merritt’s Mill? Check Out How This Company Deals With Their Employees!

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Real leadership is about taking care of your employees, and one Florida kayaking company seems to understand this better than most. Get Up And Go Kayaking (GUAGK) made headlines recently when one of its employees, who works at Get Up And Go Kayaking – Merritt’s Mill, shared a heartwarming story about the company’s operations manager going above and beyond to help out a stranded employee.

According to @fuckyouiquit, the employee in question was on their way to work when one of their car tires exploded. They called up the operations manager, who drove three hours to pick them up and drop them off at work. While the employee was leading a kayak tour, the manager arranged to have their car towed to the nearest repair shop, got a new tire installed, and even fixed a broken tail light. All of this was done on the company’s dime, even though the car wasn’t a company vehicle.

The story quickly went viral, with many people applauding GUAGK for its commitment to employee well-being. One commenter called it “a fantastic way to take care of your employees,” while another called the operations manager “amazing.”

It’s worth noting that this kind of behavior shouldn’t be rare or extraordinary – companies should always prioritize their employees’ safety and well-being. However, in a world where many businesses are more concerned with the bottom line than their workers’ welfare, it’s heartening to see a company like GUAGK going above and beyond to ensure that their employees are taken care of.

In conclusion, the story of Get Up And Go Kayaking – Merritt’s Mill’s operations manager is a reminder that good leadership means taking care of your employees, no matter what. When a company shows its employees that it values them, they’re more likely to reciprocate that loyalty and dedication. Here’s hoping that more businesses follow in GUAGK’s footsteps and prioritize their workers’ well-being. I don’t know about you but this made me want to support Get Up And Go – Merritt’s Mill so they can continue to keep up the good work! To check out the full story and see what everyone is saying go check out @fuckyouiquit on Twitter or Instagram.  Better yet, go give @GetUpAndGoMerrittsMill a follow on Instagram or Facebook!