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Pet Peeve of the Day -- Meetings Starting Late

In our current corporate world, it has become common for meetings to start and late (typically within 10 minutes from the appointed time).  I have asked many people about the etiquette of this.  The consensus is that people who show up for meeting later than the appointed time are behaving rudely and unprofessionally.  In effect, they are saying that their time is more important than yours.  I could not agree more with these opinions.

Some people may argue that if they are only a few minutes late what is the harm.  Other than making people wait for you, many people have other meetings and appointments scheduled after your meeting.  If you are late in starting a meeting then you will likely be late in ending that meeting.  So by being late to one meeting you may be forcing a participant in that meeting to be late to another meeting.  In effect your rudeness may be causing someone else to be rude.

In the business world, I have heard people to say if you can not manage your own calendar then you should not manage anyone.  I have always interpreted that if you are unable to figure out the simple things like showing up on time for a meeting, how could someone in their good conscience, assign you additional responsibilities?

Posted by David Brensilber at 1/18/2012 6:05 PM | Add Comment

Travel Frustration of the Week

Earlier this week, I flew from New York to Las Vegas.  In the middle of the boarding process, the flight attendants made announcement that the overhead compartments were filled and that anyone with a roll-on carry-on suitcase need to check their bag at the gate.  I was frustrated for a couple of reasons.

First, why do airlines run out of overhead space so frequently?  Is it because they now charge people to check bags?

Second, after the flight attendant made the announcement, several travelers continued to bring their roll-on bags onto the plane.  Did these people not listen to the announcement or did they think that they would find space that no one saw.  

What happened was people would bring their bags on and delay people from finding their seats.  When they found no overhead space, they then had to make their way back to the front of the plane with their bags.  This caused even more delays.  Our departure was delayed as a result of this.  I do not know whether these people were arrogant or just did not listen.  Either way frustrates me.  Why do people think that rules and laws of physics do not apply to them? 

Also, they kept 200 people waiting because they felt that they could stow their bags in a space that was overcrowded to beforehand.  You could see how road rage starts on planes.

Posted by David Brensilber at 1/12/2012 3:43 PM | Add Comment

Time to Check Your Resume -- Yale Coach Resigns Following a Lie in His Resume

Tom Williams resigned today following a serious of questions about his claim to have applied for a Rhodes Scholarship back in the 1990's.  The lesson from this is a lie on a resume can catch up to years later so you need to make sure that you limit your embellishments on your resume.

His Resignation was first reported on the Yale site ( http://www.yalebulldogs.com/sports/m-footbl/2011-12/releases/20111221jw4e0m) 


Yale Accepts Coach Williams’ Resignation

New Haven, Conn.—Yale University today accepted the resignation of head football coach Tom Williams.  Williams' resignation is effective December 31, said Director of Athletics Tom Beckett.

"I wish to clear the record," Williams said in offering his resignation. "On the Rhodes Scholarship issue, I was encouraged to apply by the Stanford Fellowship office, which identified me 'as the kind of student who demonstrates the intellect, energy and commitment that the Rhodes selection committees seek in their applicants.' I considered the opportunity, sought advice and was encouraged to apply by faculty members and my coach Bill Walsh, but I did not apply."

"During the spring of my senior year, I was given an opportunity to attend a try-out camp with the San Francisco 49ers, and I participated in that three-day event. I did not sign a free agent contract with the 49ers or participate in their summer training camp for signed players."

"I am extremely proud of my academic, athletic and coaching career.  If there was confusion created, I take full responsibility.  The timing of this inquiry has been difficult for everyone. At this point I believe it is in the best interest of my student-athletes and Yale University that I step down."

In accepting Williams' resignation, Beckett said, "Coach Williams has been a dedicated teacher and coach at Yale, and his students have benefited greatly from his leadership and passion for the game of football."

Beckett said the University would immediately begin a search for Williams' successor.

Posted by David Brensilber at 12/21/2011 2:11 PM | Add Comment

Faithless is he Who Quits When the Road Darkens

Posted by David Brensilber at 12/15/2011 11:15 AM | Add Comment

West Village Pizza Crawl Photos -- Pizza Roma

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West Village Pizza Crawl Photos -- Spunto

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West Village Pizza Crawl Photos -- Bleecker Street Pizza

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West Village Pizza Crawl Photos -- Numero 28

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West Village Pizza Crawl -- Keste Pizza & Vino

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West Village Best Pizza Photos -- John's Pizzeria






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