Since the question I am being asked the most by everyone has to do with my application to the Hampton Inn Naperville property I have decided to update the status here, even though there isn't much new to report.
I am still in a holding pattern on the job and will remain so for at least another 2 weeks. This means I will remain as a Task Force GM in Naperville though the remainder of May and into June. There are several reasons for this delay (AVP dealing with other property challenges, budget challenges, timing issues, etc etc etc) but the biggest reason occurred 2 Saturday's ago. The GM of the Gurnee Hampton Inn (where I have stayed when visiting Seth and Julie next to 6 flags) suffered the loss of his wife. This has a direct impact on my job situation as he has been staying in Gurnee for the past decade so as to be able to take care of his wife who was quite ill. As he is now dealing with this loss we want to give him a chance to mourn before seeing if he wants to move. If he does, given his history in the Chicago area, he would be a better candidate for the Naperville location and then I would be considered for the Gurnee location.
So... no real new news, still working out of Naperville as a Task Force GM and waiting, but at least now there is a reason behind the waiting. If I had to pick between the two properties I am not sure which I would prefer. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. In the end either location would be a move in the right direction for me so I will continue to wait and do what I can to help improve Naperville while I am there regardless of whether or not I end up at that location.
