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26
Feb 2010
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Longtime employees honored

Strength in NumbersAt my first job out of college, turnover was so high that no one got a desk nameplate and rarely did anyone order business cards. Why bother?

That turnover said a lot about the company: the atmosphere was toxic, the management was jaded, and the pay was ridiculously low.

That horrid experience is actually part of why I now appreciate working at Monitronics. In addition to my very own business cards, I get to see 34 employees celebrate 10 or 15 years of employment. With the same company! Fancy that. And this is what I think that says about Monitronics: employees are valued, pay is fair, and the culture is outstanding.

To commemorate these anniversaries, we had a snazzy little luncheon at the Omni Park West Hotel in Dallas today. The celebrants dined and were each recognized for their service to Monitronics. Ten-year honorees received a ten-year pin, certificate of appreciation, and a $500 debit card. Fifteen-year honorees received a pin, certificate of appreciation, a $1,000 debit card, and two paid days off.

Click below to see the names of the 34 folks celebrating these achievements and join me in congratulating them!

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23
Feb 2010
Posted by Jason
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Tuesday Tips: Prevent chimney fires

I recently noticed that the back metal wall in our fireplace looks loose. When I push on it with a fire poker, it bows a little. Freak out! I love our cozy winter fires, but am acutely aware that our delightful fire could burn the house down. So what to do? Clearly we need to get a chimney check, which turns out to be tip #1 in the top ten provided by the Chimney Safety Institute of America. Here’s how to stay safe, from their site.

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1. Get an annual chimney check. Have chimneys inspected annually, and cleaned as necessary, by a qualified professional chimney service technician. This reduces the risk of fires and carbon monoxide poisonings due to creosote buildup or obstructions in the chimneys.

2. Keep it clear. Keep tree branches and leaves at least 15 feet away from the top of the chimney.

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18
Feb 2010
Posted by Leah
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Get fit, be fabulous

As part of the company’s commitment to employee health, Monitronics is rolling out a complete wellness program called MI Health. The company has partnered with the Methodist Hospital System to provide employees with a roust health and wellness program.

“A healthy, happy employee is our ultimate goal and MI Health will contribute to that by making our work environment more fulfilling and dynamic,” said Sherrie O’ Keefe, Director of Human Resources. “It’s part of our company mission to create this kind of workplace and I’m excited to see the ways employees make use of these new opportunities.”

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The first part of MI Health that will be available is a health risk assessment (HRA) and biometrics.This will include (at no cost to the employee!):

    * Previous health information and family history
    * Finger prick blood draw for cholesterol–total, HDL, and LDL, and triglyceride levels, as well as blood sugar data
    * Blood pressure
    * Body composition analysis

About ten days after completing both the HRA and the other tests, Methodist will mail an individual report to each participating employee, a health summary. This is the foundation of the MI Health program and to participate in other activities, an employee will need to complete it.

The next step in the MI Health initiative will be to bring in a Methodist Hospital Wellness Coordinator, who will be at Moni three days a week.  The coordinator will use the results of the HRA to to determine the components we will include this year in the MI Health program, like classes. The actual activities, classes, and events will then be announced.

Monitronics is covering all the costs associated with the HRA andsince the Wellness Coordinator is a Methodist employee, all information are confidential. The company is only provided company totals, not individual information.

Monitronics has been focusing more on wellness, sponsoring a team in the December White Rock Marathon and updating the fitness room that same month to include an elliptical machine, treadmill, two exercise bikes, work-out and walking videos, stretch bands, hand weights, a Wii, and more.

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17
Feb 2010
Posted by Leah
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National home security dealer training starts today

Fifty authorized home security alarm dealers are experiencing the advantage of Monitronics’ premiere national training today as they start MoniExperience, or MoniX. This three-day seminar gives dealers a competitive edge and strengthens businesses of all sizes, allowing them to increase their succees.

Monitronics’ experienced staff will cover the security system installation processes; field service; funding; account creation management; sales and marketing; Monitronics’ preferred partners; and successful recruiting.

MoniX, which is the cornerstone of Monitronics’ training programs, is in its second year in 2010 and is now a requirement of all new dealers. This training is more extensive than what is generally offered in the rest of the industry. The national training offers practical, relevant information to sharpen the business acumen of our security dealers. Many established dealers also attend to take advantage of its business-building information.

The 37 companies represented will also get to meet Monitronics’ executive staff, tour the headquarters in Dallas, and learn about the departments and their functions.

“MoniX helps our dealers strengthen their businesses and build a strong foundation for future success,” said Steve Baker, Vice President of Sales and Dealer Development. “We also work hard to create a team spirit among our dealers, who are some of the best in the industry.”

Forty dealers will also attend a best-in-class sales training after MoniX with sales professional and industry expert Lou Sepulveda. This class is a thorough step-by-step process covering all aspects of successfully selling in the alarm industry. Dealers will sharpen their skills and walk out with the specialized knowledge for their businesses to thrive. Topics covered in sales training include recruiting sales people; door-to-door sales; the formula for selling; closing skills; and lead development.

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16
Feb 2010
Posted by Jason
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Tuesday Tips: Sign up for safety

Most folks don’t realize it, but one of the most effective crime deterrents is a little piece of metal. A Monitronics yard sign let’s criminals know that your home or business is protected 24/7 by our award-winning central station.

Some people buy fake signs on the Internet, hoping for some protection that way, but bad guys visit the same sites you do and know which signs are real and which ones are pseudo. Monitronics has been around for 15 years and is a known player in the industry. Our signs mean business.

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Criminals look for easy marks and your monitored alarm system let’s them know your place is off limits. You’re a harder target. To get the most out of your yard sign, remember these things:

    1. Replace old signs with new, highly visible ones.2.The effectiveness of the security yard sign depends on its placement: put it next to your front door, the curb next to the driveway, a flower bed, or by the garage door.

    3. Get some Moni security stickers and place them on windows and other doors around the premises.

If you need a new yard sign, call customer service at 800-447-9239 and we’ll send you one right away.

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