Serving the Office Product Needs of Select Businesses in Grant & Kittitas Counties
October 2014
“Your Jerrol’s Business Journal” Home of the Rapid Response “Direct to Your Storage Shelf” Delivery System™ Our Iron Clad Guarantee: Orders Placed by 4 pm any Business Day are Hand-Delivered to Your Storage Shelf by 1 pm the Next Business Day Help Us to Improve!.......If we fail to meet your expectations in any way please call me, Rolf Williams, on my direct line at 509 899-0120 111 E University Way ● Ellensburg, WA 98926 ● Phone: (800) 858-2427 ● (509) 925-9851 ● Fax (509) 962-2131 ● www.Jerrols.com
Long Term Goals
Table of Contents… Long Term Goals …..……….…. Page 1 Jordan Got a Job …..........….…... Page 1 Author Events ……….......….. .... Page 2 Book Reviews…………....….. .... Page 2 Search Our Book Inventory ……. Page 2 Jacob Sells His Hog …………..... Page 2 Sarah’s Good Bye …………….... Page 3 Craft of the Month ………..…… Page 3 ______________________________
Jordan Got a JOB!! After all my ranting a raving last month about my daughter moving to North Dakota and getting engaged before having a job - she actually got one as a reporter at the Williston North Dakota Herald whose tag line is “Talkin the Bakken” of all things. Her first article for them appeared on the front page. You can find it online by Googling Jordan Williams Williston Herald. Here is the proof-
By the time you are reading this newsletter we will finally be under construction for our new addition. It has taken over a year and a half to get this far. Actually, when I look back on it, we started working toward this back in 1990 when Dad and I arranged to purchase “The Apartments” which was located in the now empty lot to the west of Jerrol’s where the addition will be built. We operated the apartment building long enough to pay it off, then had the building removed.
The start of our current expansion started in the 90’s when we purchased and demolished “The Apartments”
In 2008, we made our first attempt at enlarging the store. That process went very badly and, after investing in the plans and having asked repeatedly about fire suppression, it was determined that a sprinkler system would have to be installed in the original building on two different levels as we have a sizable attic and in the new building. This made the project economically unviable.
So what appears to be couple years in the making is actually a goal that was created almost 3 decades ago. At that time we had no idea how it would all come together. We just knew that we would make it happen. As with most major accomplishments, the path was not straight. It took lots of zigs and zags. We did not know how, just that it would be. All it took was a lot of what I like to call “Pig Headed Discipline and Determination”.
-Rolf So I guess I should be prepared for a wedding……..
P.S. You can contact me any time at 509 925-9851 or 800 858-2427, my cell 509 899-0120, or email Rolf@Jerrols.com.
Up Coming Authors Events Monday, October 6th 6 - 7:30pm WENDELIN VAN DRAANEN MARK HUNTLEY PARSONS Wendelin Van Draanen is the author of the Sammy Keyes series, the Shrederman books and the novels Flipped and Swear to Howdy. She and her husband Mark Huntley Parsons will be in Ellensburg promoting the last book in the Sammy Keyes series, Kiss Goodbye and Mark’s first book Road Rash. Both books are geared toward middle schoolers. They have agreed to host an assembly at Morgan as well. ________________________________
Saturday, October 11th 1:30 - 2:30pm JOHN BENNET PASSING ON FIRE John is without a doubt Ellensburg’s most recognized and prolific author. Tom Robbins, Author of “Still Life With Woodpecker say “Bennett is the real thing. His voice is honest and smart and little wild. I highly recommend him”. Passing On Fire contains journalism pieces from 1987-2001 on a variety of subjects from a Dylan/Dead concert to traveling the Belizean back country.
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Check Stock Pricing Reserve books online for in store pick up Including the books on this page!!!
Send us an email and we are glad to add a book to your order, or order one in that we don’t have in stock. Please note that this is our “Brick and Mortar” website, not the one you order office supplies on, _________________________________
Jacob Bacon Sells His Hog Another year of fair has come to a close and school is back in full swing. This was Jacob’s 2nd year in 4-H and, again, he enjoyed every minute of it. It all started back in March when the piglets arrived. Jacob immediately had to give them names. This year we had “Maple” and “Daisy”! He was up at dawn every day taking care of them, which in turn taught him good work ethic. This year at fair Jacob got 2nd overall in judging and did well in market class. We really appreciate all the support from local business and a huge thank you to “Ranch and Home” for purchasing Jacob’s pig this year!
me know if I can ever be of service to you. See you on LinkedIn.
A Goodbye Just a quick note to let you know that August 29th was my last day at Jerrol’s Book and Office Supply Co. I'm heading off to new adventures… I'm not even sure what they are yet but since my intent is to break into the nutrition, health and wellness industry I’m sure they will be wonderful!
Cheers! Sarah Peters _________________________________ Sarah Peters
Corrie’s Craft of the Month
Business Sales Representative
It has been a joy to have worked with you during my time here. There is something very special about Jerrol’s clients. You are rare gems; rich and overflowing with engaging character, kindness and community spirit – all of the things that make Central Washington - Washington’s best kept secret!
Let’s get organized!
It is hard to find words that express how grateful I feel to have had a position that allowed me to meet and build a relationship with you. I sincerely hope that we can stay in touch and find future opportunities to work together . Need to jazz up the office, put some color and life into your space? This simple Jerrol's Craft of the Month is your DIY solution. Using these stylish cork and clip boards helps to reduce clutter from paperwork as well as create a locale for communications and reminders! Jessica Bacon Business Help Desk
Beth Denlinger
Business Help Desk
Going forward, Jessica Bacon, and Beth Denlinger will be coordinating the logistics of ordering and delivering your supplies while Rolf Williams will visit you periodically as your Business Representative. Any of them can be reached by asking for the “Help Desk” when you call Jerrol’s. You can also reach them by email. Jerrol’s Help Desk: (509) 925-9851 / (800) 858-2427 order@jerrols.com Thank you for enriching my life to the point that I feel confident to embark on a new adventure. I wish you great success in your own adventures! Please let
Here are the instructions to make the chevron pattern: 1. Measure off squares on the cork board or clip board. 2. Trace lightly with pencil diagonal lines connecting the corners of the squares. 3. Color in one or both alternating segments of the chevron pattern. 4. Hot-glue buttons to push pins for attaching items to the board. You can reach Corrie at Corrie@Jerrols.com Corrie Ihrke Your Kittitas County Delivery Specialist
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The Jerrol’s Business Journal October 2014 Do you know another business that might benefit from working with Jerrol’s for their office needs, just like you do? May we ask you a favor? Do you know of someone that might appreciate all things you do about working with Jerrols for you office supply needs? If so, let us know who. You can just send an email to order@Jerrols.com or let us know the next time we see or talk with you. We will do all the hard work of contacting them to see if we are a good fit for them. The businesses that seem to benefit the most from working with us tend have three or more people working in the office who value their time and want to work on their business more then spending hours searching around to save a few pennies. Thanks!!!!!!