Best video featuring the scene in Office Space where one of The Bobs says “What would you say you do here?” I’ve ever posted
By William M. Hartnett on Aug 19, 2008 in featured, newspapers, video
Are The Bobs available for newsroom consulting?
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Greg Linch | Aug 19, 2008 | Reply
As long as they don’t start taking away our staplers.
William M. Hartnett | Aug 20, 2008 | Reply
I’m a compulsive office supply hoarder. No ‘effing way are they touching my Swingline. (Sorry about the delay in approving your comment, by the way. Been out of it today.)
Jeff | Aug 21, 2008 | Reply
When you’re done with the Bobs, could you send them our way?
William M. Hartnett | Aug 21, 2008 | Reply
I’m going to start a newspaper efficiency consulting firm, tell managers all the same things I’ve been saying inside the newsroom to no effect for years and bill $500 an hour.