I was on a conference call.
I was making excellent points.
Nobody was listening. They just kept talking.
I talked louder.
They still ignored me.
I got pissed.
Then it hit me...I had hit the mute button. Argh.
While you've probably never done anything THAT stupid, I'm sure there are times when you get really ticked about something, only to find out it was a misunderstanding or you didn't have all of the facts. Then you had to back peddle and eat crow.
One time, I "caught" a girlfriend on the phone with what I thought was another guy, whispering and laughing. I was jealous. No, I was livid. I made a fool out of myself only to find out that she was talking to her sister. (Who later verified that I was in deed an idiot).
So the point is this - if you're going to take a firm position on something -
be sure you have all of the facts lined up, don't jump to conclusions, don't come across too heavy handed and always be respectful.
As the quote says - may my words be tender and sweet today, for tomorrow I may have to eat them.
Stay in touch -
Mark
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