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Worked in Casinos for 15 Years

Discussion in 'Introduce Yourself!' started by cardslambert, Dec 19, 2013.

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  1. cardslambert

    cardslambert Newbie

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    Hi all, Tom here. I was employed by a major casino chain in Vegas as a dealer then as a floor sup/pit manager. I worked my way up to asst. casino manager before taking an extended leave of absence. Your board is fun to read from my perspective.
     
    cardslambert, Dec 19, 2013
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  2. Suekel

    Suekel VIP Whale

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    Welcome cardslambert! I look forward to some of your insights, particularly in the thread for Gaming. Do you think you will ever return to the industry?
     
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  3. cardslambert

    cardslambert Newbie

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    I did some consulting work for the chain on the East Coast. I might return to Vegas in the future??
     
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  4. BeeeJay

    BeeeJay President of The Red Lobster Hostess Satisfaction

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    welcome to the board!

    I'm curious how often you saw people successfully walk while they were ahead vs. plow back in all their big winnings (and more) and leave penniless....
     
    BeeeJay, Dec 19, 2013
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  5. socalguy92010

    socalguy92010 Tourist

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    I'm wondering when you worked there? Was it before the mega corps came in? Back in the early 90's I'd still run into dealers that spoke of working there when the mob ran things and to a person, all said they preferred it. Any thoughts?
     
    socalguy92010, Dec 19, 2013
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  6. sybgal

    sybgal VIP Whale

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    Welcome to the board! Look forward to your posts & insights :)
     
    sybgal, Dec 19, 2013
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  7. Jordan

    Jordan Caveman

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    I'm wondering when you worked there? Was it before the mega corps came in? Back in the early 90's I'd still run into dealers that spoke of working there
    and to a person, all said they preferred it. Any thoughts?

    Mob? Vegas? What are you talking about? :ssst:
     
    Jordan, Dec 19, 2013
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  8. Beach Crazy

    Beach Crazy Hostess With the Mostess

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    Interesting questions you are being asked. Welcome to the board!
     
    Beach Crazy, Dec 19, 2013
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  9. C0usineddie

    C0usineddie VIP Whale

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    Is there a side of casinos the regular joe just doesn't understand? I always thought there was a whole other side to them that we never saw.
     
    C0usineddie, Dec 19, 2013
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  10. MikeOPensacola

    MikeOPensacola El Jefe

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    Great to have a member from the other side of the tables. Looking forward to your posts. Welcome to VMB!!!:peace::beer:
     
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    MikeOPensacola, Dec 19, 2013
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  11. bardolator

    bardolator Lifelong Low Roller

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    Welcome to the board, Tom.
     
    bardolator, Dec 20, 2013
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  12. mganut

    mganut Well-Known Member

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    Welcome to the board and we look forward to your knowledge sharing!
     
    mganut, Dec 21, 2013
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  13. Chuck2009x

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    Craps roll, one die shows 4 and the other lands wedged between two stacks of checks with the edge pointing straight up to the ceiling, with a 3 facing you and a 6 facing the other way. Jammed table loaded with checks.

    What's your call?

    :D
     
    Chuck2009x, Dec 21, 2013
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  14. Crazycrue

    Crazycrue Low-Roller

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    Welcome to the board.

    It will be great to get your insight into the industry and see how far off or how right on the members knowledge is of the casino business. I am particularly interested in your insight into Vegas and where you see things heading.
     
    Crazycrue, Dec 21, 2013
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  15. topcard

    topcard It's not really blackjack unless it pays 3:2!

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    I know that MY call is a "no roll"! :cool:

    ...but yeah - I'm also looking forward to reading your views on gaming situations!
    Welcome!
    :beer:
     
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