STEVE JOBS – Jobs for Chefs and Organic Gardens

Thursday, October 20th, 2011 | Our Best Advice | Comments Off

Steve and Laurene Jobs

The world has most regretfully lost Steve Jobs, a client we greatly admired – but not his Spirit Person who remains eternally with us. There is much already known about this remarkable Artist (as I consider all true Visionaries). He lived in the public eye since coming onto the world’s stage passionately, and his volcanic arrival was a Vision that disarmed IBM (and the old guard way of doing things). “He transformed our world” is not saying enough. He opened a new dimension of possibilities in History.

We all know his creative imagination of unending gifts to change our life style. With intense awe we learn to use his toys for our betterment. Mac people are devotees, and Apple culture a hacker’s dream of being on the cutting edge of all things techie. The head of our IT continuously tells me how and why Apple outstrips competitors. Steve Jobs was a revolutionary disguised as a CEO, wearing his brand as he pulled out the first iPod out of his pocket, then the iPhone, as if they were Colt 45’s. Now comes the iPad, a new story showing his love of taking things higher.

Apple store memorial for Steve Jobs. The only CEO in the world to have spontaneous memorials created in front of his stores, he was so loved by customers and employees alike.

Revolutions in the 21st century are conducted on cell phones filming it. We’re all aware how profound that is. This, came on the heels after “the first camera cell phone” was made famous, with pics of his child’s birth the father sent out worldwide. When the iPhone was launched everyone hushed up. It just blew everything else away. Think Different was an all time brilliant marketing campaign, and Apple made it so easy to learn, then gave you the stores in your neighborhood to learn it in. Who else would do it? Steve Jobs continued to fire up our fantasies with games and photo albums easy as pie to create as if we’re pros, then reinvented the landscape by bringing it to our kitchen tables to do it with. Any surface including your lap or tucked into your hip pocket would do. What’s even more remarkable is how we take it for granted, but if you pause a moment to realize his importance, Steve created for us to be free, and for our freedom to be free from corporate desks, forever.

Bless him for all the fantasies that came out of his head unendingly fertile, a fountain of “mad hatters playthings”, as he showed us again and again. He set the bar high and then raised it higher to challenge himself, and inspired those working for him to tag along. They rushed alongside to create goodies for his bag of tricks.

Every Maestro has some negative stories and from others “accounts” Steve was no exception. There’s the pressure of shredding the envelope and wanting control with which to do it. I say thank goodness he was not afraid of being Captain of his own ship that sailed away and took everyone with him.

Steve Jobs 1984

But here today I speak about Steve as our client. It took me a while to post this because of my love for what he brought into our lives, an emotional appreciation yet to be fully expressed. ISA was greatly privileged to assist him find a Chef. This was not about corporate, it had to do with one’s personal life, and that involves many issues of consideration with close quarters being around one of the most famous men in History.

Steve had initially inquired with another self made client of ours who has discerning taste and high regard for expert qualification. The story I got (when Steve called personally to detail the job description), was that this happened after he finished a memorable meal he just couldn’t forget. That made me laugh, and my first encounter with how quickly decisive he was to have what he wanted. With appreciation of others talents (as much as his own to be highly discerning about it), he was not shy letting me know exactly what he wanted, and that was the “best Chef out there” – who didn’t have to be a vegetarian or vegan chef, but needed to cook that culinary diet for him and his wife and whatever she felt was best for their children. And this person had to be a Chef who had the expert skills to also confer with Apple’s corporate chef, who was in charge of providing over 1,500 meals a day to company employees (at that time), only one of several perks for working at Apple. And he/she had to also know how to grow and oversee an organic garden that Steve described was lovingly created by another chef the family cared about, who had taken good care of them for some time. He spoke highly of her, and I loved his modest caring as if she had offered it as a gift not as part of her job.

I greatly appreciated receiving his details provided with his trust. Not all clients wish to give a patiently described job order to assist satisfying their requests. Steve knew that it would not be shared with others as many of our clients are high profile with demanding lifestyles. Our reputation and expertise along with maintaining confidentiality is renowned. Steve wanted us to know what it would take to please him up front, we pride ourselves in taking up the challenges given. He wasn’t wasting anyone’s time including ours, which was not only refreshing, but very clear.

We couldn’t wait to begin, and I already knew what he needed from what he shared – and what I could read between the lines that he wanted you to read. There is deep satisfaction in pleasing our clients and staffing their job offers, while finding the best jobs for employees they’ll love: a win-win for everyone.


The client who recommended us so generously is also a person with a busy life of international travel. He had emphasized to Steve that our Agency was the only one to work with (as Steve generously described it to me). We were honored to have the referral and high regard of such praise. I don’t mean this lightly – many of our VIP clients are remarkable people with amazing talents. We are dedicated to all of our clients whether high profile or not, and we take passionate care in finding just the right person to fit their unique job description, because each job is uniquely different for each household. This particular client’s home is also one of the best run estates in the country, and his high standards allows us to give him “the best of the best” and “best in class” for all his needs.

Steve described his family household as more homey and casual, I was concerned he wouldn’t really like someone overqualified for the position involved. He wasn’t familiar with having domestic help staff work at such top skills and experience level. Describing that he and Laurene were not big entertainers, they just loved being with their family and perhaps a few friends, what if the Chef became bored with the job. These considerations among others are important to raise. He was great at moving easily with the details while trusting me to do the rest.

He shared that one of his greatest joys was bicycling around the neighborhood with his son Reed to visit friends, his way of saying we’re just a normal family. He adored his children, and expressed it in such a sweet way it tugged at my heart. A man of his stature and huge demands on his time and person, desired to live his life as close to “normal” as possible. Stories that he gave me openly over telephone conversations until just the right person was found. It was also evident that he had tremendous admiration and deep love for his wife and valued her opinion greatly. He was always so gracious and casually relaxed, it felt as if we had been friends for a long time and had gone to school together. I imagined that he made everyone feel that way.

We met the challenge. A Chef was hired who was actually nervous about starting the job, despite the fact that he had a five star credentialed background with a stellar resume and references. After all, it was a job with Steve Jobs, a connoisseur about so many things, and he didn’t wish to disappoint him. The Chef met the test of preparing sample meals and was hired, and immediately called his wife to tell her the news with huge relief. He would have been crushed to fail the requirements of a man he so admired. The Powell-Jobs family is a dynamic beautiful family. We are proud to have served their needs.

the younger years as a couple on the rise – it set the tone for many at silicon valley and how that scene would develop


We will miss you greatly Steve. Thank you for all that you brought Noble Friend – we raise our glass of clear waters in crystal clear homage, and send our heart’s bouquet to your loved ones in high regard. As Spirit Family, we shall keep you near in our hearts. You made so much possible for so many, – as you so dearly loved to create.



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CHAUFFEUR DRIVEN

Tuesday, September 27th, 2011 | Our Best Advice | Comments Off

CHAUFFEUR DRIVEN OR TWO SEATER CARS – ECO FRIENDLY INNOVATION IS KEY

Jaguar and Aston Martin are Bond cars

Luxury cars are among our VIP clients key household collections. At ISA staffing we provide highly qualified staff for many who collect cars, or just want to maintain the latest ecco friendly design for their rides. There is usually someone who handles taking care of luxury vehicles among other duties for TOP JOBS as a Chauffeur, Personal Assistant, Estate Manager or other job descriptions, and they need to keep up with Top Trends.

Innovation continues to focus on environmentally friendly with slick design. I’m reminded of hot cars that wowed the James Bond franchise. There are about 80 cars comprising that list with coveted brand names until today, including the iconic name of Jaguar. They’ve launched a new one that’s sure to inspire.

Considering the fact that luxury goods prices have hit an all time record high despite a worldwide troubled economy, this includes auto manufacturers who seem to be pulling out all stops for those E-tickets to ride: luxury bells and whistles hybrids.


Jaguar-Supercar Hybrid C-X75

Jaguar’s stunningly beautiful C-X75 hybrid concept wowed Salon L’automobile in Paris, 
to be produced in a limited edition of 250 vehicles, with prices beginning at $1.15 million set to debut in 2012. I’ve always loved Jaguar style and glad to see a hybrid out of that legacy. It’s just a matter of time before these innovations trickle down to cars in the lower price range so everyone benefits, it clearly took the lead in this brand’s production line.

The C-X75 will be developed in association with Formula One constructor Williams F1 and though the specification has changed significantly from the Paris vehicle the 330 km/h C-X75 will still be one of the fastest production cars in the world. Jaguar seeks to reclaim its once world-leading automotive sporting heritage. This car looks to be the one that brings them back leading the pack.

Emission-wise, the production version will still emit less CO2 than 99g/km, but its electric-only range has halved from the concept’s 110 km to just 50 km. The two 35 kg, 80,000 rpm lightweight micro gas-turbines of the concept car have been replaced with a compact, but otherwise-unspecified, forced-aspiration internal combustion engine and there are now two electric motors (one on each axle), instead of the concept’s four wheel motors. How close the production model will come to the concept’s 780bhp and 1600Nm (1180lb ft) torque output was not revealed. If all goes as projected collectors young and old will want to give this beauty a spin to see if it goes into their growing collections.

* Here are the other James Bond cars to enjoy this long list!

1 Aston Martin DB5 Goldfinger
2 Aston Martin V12 Vanquish Die Another Day
3 Lotus Esprit The Spy Who Loved Me
4 BMW Z8 The World Is Not Enough
5 Citroen 2CV For Your Eyes Only
6 Jaguar XKR Die Another Day
7 Toyota 2000GT You Only Live Twice
8 Lotus Esprit Turbo For Your Eyes Only
9 BMW Z3 GoldenEye
10 Ferrari 355 GoldenEye
11 Aston Martin DB5 Thunderball
12 Aston Martin DBS On Her Majesty’s Secret Service
13 Mustang Mach 1 Diamonds Are Forever
14 Aston Martin V8 Vantage The Living Daylights
15 BMW iL750 Tomorrow Never Dies
16 Lotus Esprit The Spy Who Loved Me
17 Sunbeam Alphine Dr NO
18 Triumph Stag Diamonds Are Forever
19 MG B The Man With The Golden Gun
20 Aston Martin DBS Casino Royale
21 Mercury Cougar On Her Majesty’s Secret Service
22 Chevrolet Corvorado Live And Let Die
23 Mercedes 250SE Octopussy
24 Mini Moke Live And Let Die
25 Aston Martin DB5 Goldfinger
26 Lada 1500 The Living Daylights
27 Ford Thunderbird Die Another Day
28 AMC Hornet The Man With The Golden Gun
29 Tuk Tuk taxi Octopussy
30 Ford Mustang Thunderball
31 Moon Buggy Diamonds Are Forever
32 Mercedes 600 On Her Majesty’s Secret Service
33 Cevrolette Bel Air Dr NO
34 Range Rover Tomorrow Never Dies
35 Ford Mustang Goldfinger
36 ZAZ 965A Goldeneye
37 Chevrolet Corvette A View To A Kill
38 Maserati Biturbo License To Kill
39 Lamborghini Diablo Die Another Day
40 Citroen Traction Avant From Russia With Love
41 Jaguar XJ8 Casino Royale
42 Ford Thunderbird Goldfinger
43 Chevrolet Nova Live And Let Die
44 AMC Matador Coupe The Man With The Golden Gun
45 Land Rover 88 series III The Living Daylights
46 Willy’s Jeep Octopussy
47 Ford Fairlane Skyliner ‘57 Die Another Day
48 Lincoln Continental ‘64 convert Goldfinger
49 Daimler limosine Casino Royale
50 MP Lafer Moonraker
51 Range Rover Sport Casino Royale
52 Ford GT40 Die Another Day
53 Renault 11 A View To A Kill
54 Chevy Impala 1963 Live And Let Die
55 1977 Dodge Monaco police car A View To A Kill
56 Aston DBS Quantum Of Solace
57 Toyopet Crown ‘65 S40 You Only Live Twice
58 KA Quantum Of Solace
59 Ford Fairlane Skyliner ‘57 Thunderball
60 Cadillac hearse Diamonds Are Forever
61 Alfa Romeo Quantum Of Solace
62 Leyland Sherpa van, dented The Spy Who Loved Me
63 Alfa Romeo GTV6 Octopussy
64 Ford Edge Quantum Of Solace
65 Mercedes S-class Tomorrow Never Dies
66 Hispano Suiza MOONRAKER
67 Alfa Romeo GTV6 OCTOPUSSY
68 Land Rover 90 The Living Daylights
69 La Salle Hearse Dr NO

AND
70 BMW 518 Octopussy, 71 Ford Edge Goldeneye Quantum of Solace, 72 Mini On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, 73 Ford Taunus The Spy Who Loved Me, 74 AUDI 200 The Living Daylights, 75 AMC Matador Police Car The Man with the Golden Gun, 76 Alfa GTV6 Octopussy, 77 VW Beetle Quantum of Solace, 78 Checker Marathon Live and Let Die, 79 Ford Ranchero Goldfinger, 80 Mercedes Sedan On Her Majesty’s Secret Service, 81 Aston Martin V8 – no sled The Living Daylights,82 Daimler Quantum of Solace, 83 Gaz Volga Goldeneye, 84 Range Rover Octopussy, 85 Ford Bronco II Quantum of Solace, 86 Country Squire Goldfinger.

Enjoy your ride and continue to be proactive, make it Eco Friendly!


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