Comments for Jeff Pearlman

Comment on Daron Norwood by Mark Swafford

Mark Swafford — Sun, 19 May 2013 09:11:05 +0000

I’ve known Daron since about 1994. I met him when we were both in Atlanta. Haven’t seen him in nearly as long. We reconnected last year. We had a three hour conversation on the phone. I tried to get him to come to Michigan and do some shows. It kind of fizzled out. I feel really bad for my friend. There is some truly disgraceful “talent” in Nashville. I could go down the list but I won’t. Truth is, there are some folks who don’t have the credentials to tune Mr. Norwood’s guitar. He should be a regular on the Opry. He should be a regular on country radio. But, he isn’t. My friend is in Texas, singing for whatever he gets. I’m glad to still say that Daron’s my friend. I just hope that maybe more people outside of Lubbock rediscover this incredible talent. I still remember, way back when, meeting Daron for the first time in a back room at the “Buckboard” in Marietta, Georgia. It’s been nearly twenty years ago. Come on Daron, you’ve got that one big breakout hit left inside. Lets hear it. And then, I’ll listen to country radio again.

Comment on Transitionary slaughter … by Scott

Scott — Sat, 18 May 2013 22:39:12 +0000

Because this is a bit more than a mere mistake. This was a conscious choice on the part of the writer (albeit a poor choice).

Comment on The book jacket photo by Tom Vasich

Tom Vasich — Fri, 17 May 2013 22:42:05 +0000

I agree. You seem to be squinting. The red in the shirt brings out the red in your face. A navy shirt might be better.

Comment on The Not-to-be Internship by James Rush

James Rush — Fri, 17 May 2013 17:07:59 +0000

Yes – the company was justified in its decision. No – I wouldn’t have done it in their shoes. It was an intern position, so teach the kid how to be a professional employee instead of a wanker.

Buried within Alisa’s meandering comment is the one bit of advice worth retaining – let the boss set the standard, and then at least meet, if not exceed it. For more good advice, keep on reading.

Those who cling to written memos while ALWAYS rejecting text-speak fail to recognize language and its use changes with time and technology (are you still chipping words into stone tablets?). Be prepared for people willing to embrace faster and more efficient communication to race by you. The U.S. Postal Service appreciates your help in slowing its death spiral though.

Comment on The book jacket photo by KRC

KRC — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:32:15 +0000

The only question you have to ask is, can it get any better? I recently had to have my picture taken and I wasn’t happy with any of it until, finally, the photographer said, “I don’t know what you think it should look like because that’s what you look like to the rest of us.” Boom. That was it and we were done. That was my picture.

Comment on The Not-to-be Internship by Chris Byrne

Chris Byrne — Fri, 17 May 2013 16:20:42 +0000

Text messages should NEVER be used for official business communication. Always send a formal letter, and proofread first!

Comment on The Not-to-be Internship by Todd

Todd — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:43:43 +0000

It’s pretty harsh, I agree. Apart from the issue of the significant spelling error, maybe the more egregious problem is one that he though it was appropriate to ‘text’ a thank you note. It shows a lack of care and judgement. His dream job, working for a network, and he texted? If he had only slowed down enough to write a hand written note — or an email at the very least — and proof it before he sent it, he never would have had this problem.

Comment on The Not-to-be Internship by Nate

Nate — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:34:42 +0000

A harsh move, for sure, but if that’s the company’s prerogative, they can do what they want. This young man will take his talents elsewhere and hopefully will have learned a valuable lesson.
In my opinion, it’s important to use proper spelling, usage, grammar and punctuation, even in texts and social media. Let’s not devolve into a society where it’s OK to replace “you” with “u” and “be” with “b.” And it’s not just the younger generation who is at fault. Newark Mayor Cory Booker has done a lot of great things for his city, but my opinion of him takes a hit when he tweets stuff like “In 45mins last night we had 3 tragic shootings. We mourn 4 the victims. Nwk will not b deterred from our central mission 2 drive crime down.”
It’s just one example, but here’s a guy who a lot of people look up to and respect. To me, using that kind of grammar gives off the message that it’s just not that important to write properly.

Comment on The Not-to-be Internship by Howie

Howie — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:28:50 +0000

It’s ironic that in this post about professionalism, quality of work and proof reading, there’s a typo (5th paragraph, “she old him”). Bottom line, mistakes happen. Some are harmless. Something else definitely changes their minds.

Comment on The Not-to-be Internship by Wooden U. Lykteneau

Wooden U. Lykteneau — Fri, 17 May 2013 14:15:00 +0000

The gig would have been in [H]uman [R]esources, his preferred field. He flew to New York for the interview (from his college down south), felt i[t] went well.

“We don’t think you’re right for this,” she [t]old him, citing the sloppiness.

Now is that irony or coincidence?