An uncertified loon by nature – all that I wait for is that small break in life. I am a musician by heart and soul, a techie by choice and a human by default. I co founded IZENGAARD – my college Metal Band. I am a percussionist. I was born on the 7 th day of July in the year 1981. I love food. I adore my family. I have no problems being left alone.
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Partha "Opinionated" Srinivasan has left a new comment on the post "How to approach a journalist":
What you have treaded on is dangerous territory!!
My
thoughts on what you have posted may or may not be a figment of my
imagination! I too have been on both sides, but thankfully was never
hounded by PR people. I know I was also a hounder and so I had always
maintained a particular etiquette in approaching journalists or writers!
1. I prefer to add you on gtalk first and then if I get to know you better, on FaceBook too. Will you take offence?
I
have all my close media people on my personal email id and they respond
well to that since they know me and I do not Bother them with
information unless I need guidance or it is relevant to them. And I DO
NOT SELL THEM SOMETHING THAT THEY HAVE ALREADY SAID "NOT POSSIBLE" TO!
2. Would you take offence if I called you out for lunch to know you better? If yes, what do you think is an alternative?
I
think meeting more often socially is a good alternative but pick the
people you go out with - not everyone appreciates it! Sure it is work
first but a little friendship hurt no one!! If you have ONLY ulterior
motives on your mind, then its a strict NO NO since a journalist never
forgets! Be nice - they are humans too and have self esteem!
3.
I have this really big announcement to tell you about and you are not
willing to take my calls or reply to mails, is there any other way
apart from pestering you by repeatedly calling and emailing?
If
it is big enough - You will be called back - if it is urgent to get in
touch - DO NOT REPEATEDLY CALL - SMS apologetically - then wait - call
post 7 in the evening and understand their situation! This is one off
only - not to be done regularly!
4. What is the best way to approach a writer? (a reply of more than 20 words would be most appreciated.)
Personally
- If I know the writer well, then I would call - since I know that my
call would be taken and I can have constructive conversation! Always
ensure you know what you are talking about - most journos today can
pick out the wheat from the chaff - be the wheat! They will appreciate
you more - and not have any grudges talking to you, since their opinion
is better valued! Understand their domain, talk to them - allow them to
talk and understand, absorb and use for future reference. Put yourself
in their shoes (you were there so it is easier!)
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I just got married and I think that has changed the way I look and react to things.. For instance, I am more thoughtful on how my words and actions will affect my family.
Has that ever happened with you?
Anyway - I just wanted to upload a photograph of Dhanashree (my wife) and I - this is one of my favs - hope you like it too!
Partha
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This is Hilarious! These guys apparently lost time between 3 45 and 6 J
Check it out!!
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They say it is simple. And I would like to believe so.
Sent as attachment are 3 pictures of a make shift transport vehicle using a greaves diesel generator! Mind Blowing since the clutch is retrofitted and works very well and is a workhorse.
Check it out!
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