So about a week ago, I was driving home and there was a van parked along the side of the road that caught my eye. The van belonged to a local business and was in great condition. It looked practically brand new, which makes a great first impression. Any business that cares enough to take care of their vehicles is definitely a step above those that don’t. I’ve been witness to the opposite end of the spectrum also, and a good first impression it does not make. That’s all well and good, but there was a problem nonetheless.
The problem wasn’t the van itself, but the name of the business- Husband for Hire. Don’t get me wrong, I understand what they were going for, but in my mind it just doesn’t work. You may not see a problem with it. Without thinking about it, it seems like a perfectly acceptable name for a handyman business, right?
Now, think about it a bit more. There are things a husband and wife do together that transcend any legitimate business deal, sometimes culminating in children. Hiring a full fledged husband would seem to imply that such acts are included as part of the deal. And with the exchange of money, wouldn’t that basically be prostitution?
Yes, I know I’m reading way, way, WAY too much into it, but that’s the way my mind works. I can’t turn it off. Trust me, I’ve tried. I’m sure the guy who runs the business is a perfectly respectable gentleman, but I don’t think I’d hire him solely based on the name of the business.
While I’m on the subject of not hiring certain businesses for whatever reason, am I the only one who forms “might hire”/”wouldn’t hire” decisions based on the driving habits of the person behind the wheel of a company vehicle? Tailgating, speeding, and not signaling lane changes are all good ways to get in the fast lane to “wouldn’t hire” ville. If I can’t trust you to drive with respect for others, I’m certainly not going to trust you with anything else.
August 14th, 2012 at 8:35 AM
I think exactly the same way, if you can not take care of vehicle or drive respectfully you won’t treat my job with respect. As for the Husband for Hire business, my goodness yes you are over thinking that one but it’s cute! Great piece btw.
August 14th, 2012 at 8:05 PM
I’m glad I’m not alone in that regard. People who can’t drive respectfully are one of my biggest pet peeves, especially if they’re in a company vehicle.
August 14th, 2012 at 11:57 AM
Why an earth would anyone want to hire another husband? isn’t nagging one to get things done hard enough without doubling the aggro? Who needs to here I will do it later in stereo
August 14th, 2012 at 8:06 PM
Personally, I wouldn’t even want one husband! 🙂