In
the cold hard world of business we need to remain logical, considered, and not
let emotion get in the way of good decisions. But sometimes that is hard, and
two conversations at QVM this week highlighted that dilemma.
First
was the Trader who became teary talking about the immense frustration of trying
to get some changes at their stall and the barriers that were being put in
their way. Tears are reluctantly shown around our market (tired kids excluded)
and this was a Trader desperate to get the very best for their business and to
showcase their offer in the best possible way.
The
second conversation was quite different. This Trader has long been planning
retirement and ensuring that their children took up the reins of running the
stall. They have slowly managed the transition and everything was going to
plan, except for one thing - working at QVM is far more enjoyable than
retirement. Their problem now is to maintain contact with the market they love
and not get in the way of their kids.
QVM
is not just a market. For many of its Traders it is an immensely important
prime business activity and an integral part of their lifestyle. It is more
than buying, selling, and merchandising. It is more than profit and loss. There
are many reasons why this is a special place to work. The enjoyment of running your own business,
the striving for excellence, and the unique social bonds you form in a market
are all part of the package.
Take
out the emotion? Good luck with that.