Monthly Archives: May 2000
Office politics
25 May, 2000 – 12:19 am
Observed 11.10 pm Parminder walks around Tim’s desk with a fresh cup of coffee. “Oh my God, Tim, what have you done to that plant?” “It wasn’t me,” (Tim is on the defensive), “I didn’t do it.” Observed 12.15 pm Tony has his hands in his pockets and is frowning pensively at some plans. “Well, [...]
Telephone call
1 May, 2000 – 12:18 am
“Hello, can I help you?” “Is that Commissioning?” “Yes.” “Have I got the right person? What’s your name?” (Pause): “Emma.” “Emma. I think you’re the right person. Have you got blonde hair?” (Suspicious pause): “Yeees.” “Have you got a boyfriend?” “Who is this?” “Just answer my question. Have you got a boyfriend?” (Defensive): “Who is [...]
