The fundamental principles of Balaban & Katz theatre management (1926)

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THE FUNDAMENTAL PRINCIPLES OF of a broad and tolerant, yet forceful attitude on your part, at all times showing full appreciation for work well done. Do not endeavor to accomplish this loyal and sincere type of organisation by means of false promises and statements which you are unable to guarantee as facts. A promise made to an employee should be as tenaciously adhered to as a promise made by you to the president of the firm. You have been provided with an Application for Employment form which will be used in receiving all applications. In addition to this form, all bonded employees will furnish the central office with a bond application in duplicate. You will select and employ the following members of your organisation : ushers, doormen, service boys, footmen, porters, janitors, janitresses, secretaries, cashiers, nurses, and maids. The superintendent, chief janitor, chief usher, and treasurer will be selected and appointed with the approval of the Supervisor of Theatre Management. Other employees for the more responsible positions requiring technical skill and training will be engaged by the executive staff and appointed to the positions in the various theatres. Maintenance, construction, musical, and stage production personnel are furnished and controlled by the central organisation in each department. EACH EMPLOYEE SELECTED AND TRAINED IN YOUR ORGANIZATION WILL BE CHOSEN NOT ONLY BECAUSE HE MEETS THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE PRESENT POSITION, BUT ALSO FOR THE PROBABILITY OF HIS FUTURE VALUE TO OUR ORGANIZATION IN THE MORE RESPONSIBLE POSITIONS. In selecting those employees who come in contact with our patrons, great care will be exercised to choose those who have the following qualifications : [14] BALABAN 6? KATZ THEATRE MANAGEMENT