Today With Patty – April 4, 2007

by Patty

I had a busy evening last night at not one but one two charity meetings, and I admit that I rushed the second group so I could watch American Idol. I rushed back to the office to get caught up and see the show, but some yahoo had been fooling around with the television/VCR/DVD player at the office, and I could not get it to work. Now you know if I ask who did that, no one will own up to it. I am pretty sure they must catch cartoons during the day while I am gone.

This morning I was busy again with several meetings and did not arrive at work until 11 a.m., and I had not eaten any breakfast. But not to worry, because I knew I had two bagels at the office. But noooooooooooo. Turned out Caroline asked Ryal, of all people, if she might have a bagel, and he said, “Of course.” Which would have been OK, because there would have been one left. But Ryal decided to eat that one! And of course I am wanting to know who ate my bagels, and Ryal just lowered his head in shame.

Nancy Curtis sent her baby boy an Easter box today. It was full of all kinds of goodies and homemade cookies, toys and CDs, as well as a basket for his girlfriend. But nothing for his starving boss. Nancy, I am not feeling the love.

I went to a TCREW meeting today and listened to real estate experts discuss much of the basics of real estate investing, including 1031 exchanges, equity partnerships and historical property tax credits. It was a fascinating program, and I learned quite a lot. Greg Hatem of Empire Properties was a hoot. He is obviously a bright and accomplished guy, but who knew he was so funny?

Job hunting tip #6: Before you go out on an interview, you should have an adult preview your outfit for appropriateness. I am not talking about bartenders or strippers – not that there is anything wrong with being a bartender or stripper – but someone who is in the business world. You have no idea the ensembles that I have seen in an interview. Here is a tip: Shiny satin suits are not appropriate for an interview. Low-cut, bra-revealing blouses do not send the message that you want the interviewer to get, unless you are looking for a date. Men, socks are a must. A belt is not optional. Most importantly, I do not care how casual the office attire is with the company you are interviewing. You wear a suit – dress to the nines for every single interview. You can be a slob after you get the job.

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