I’ve taken a few baby steps in a new life direction.
Tonight I met someone who could make a big difference in whether it will work. I was introduced, and because I hadn’t done my homework, I just held out my hand, smiled, and said hello. He smiled back, and said that my name sounded familiar. I said Oh.
I asked my host who he was, and was told that he’s one of the top writers in the country. So I googled him. And realised I’ve just missed one of the biggest PR opportunities of my life.
Anyone for hemlock?
At least he recognised your name
Hopefully there will be a next time…
Thanks Vanessa. Hopefully the next time won’t be along the lines of Dear Dusty, We regret to inform you…
Good luck with Nano – almost half way!
I did that with Zanele Mbeki (yes our ex-first lady)
We were chatting, and having a good time and she left.
One of my friends came up to me and said, ” What did you talk about with the presidents wife?”
“Oh F*ck!!”
Could’ve landed a cushy job
Who who????
@ aasia – bummer! Thing is if you’d known who she was at the time, you’d probably have got all tongue-tied and changed feet each time you opened your mouth. That’s the sort of thing I do, anyway!
@ Oh Nosy One – One of these fine fellows.
Can’t really tell you it will be all better later. Just, uh, be more aware next time.
I’ve had these experiences, too. It’s life. More opportunities come, don’t worry.
Michelle, it has actually turned out better – 20/20 hindsight.
Now I realise that if I had known who he was, I would have gone all doe-eyed and silent. Or worse, gushed and giggled.