02.04.09
IYA 2009 – Water cooler discussion day
The day started with a seminar from a candidate for the Deputy Director position, followed by a science staff meeting with controversial topics. That was good fuel for a full day of water cooler discussions.
It would be unprofessional of me to give details, good or bad, on the discussions that followed the 2.5-hour marathon of meeting this morning. But the floor was buzzing. Opinions were shared freely, and we are too often an opiniated and sarcastic bunch. Hey! A bit of entertainment cannot hurt.
I sent an official response to upper management regarding one of the controversial topics. It is well-worded, polite comment. Nevertheless, I probably got myself in trouble. I am really good at that. We will see how it pans out.