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The big Harold Reynolds court case isn't coming to trial until, sheesh, 2013, but that doesn't mean that ESPN isn't arming itself against future trouble: They've got a new HR guy.
The guy's name is Paul Richardson, and he used to be at Universal McCann, whatever that is. The real point: Does he know how to handle a potential — oh, OK: inevitable — sexual harassment complaint better than James Dolan? It would seem so.
Richardson began his career 22 years ago as an attorney before transitioning to the human resources field. Since then, he has held executive human resource positions at a wide array of media companies, including those focused on television and film production, digital media development, publishing, marketing and sales and other media platforms. At Universal McCann, he was responsible for overseeing all human resource functions for 72 offices and approximately 3,000 employees worldwide.
Yes, but ... can he define what makes a leader? Keep those memos coming, Paul!
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Yes, but where does he stand on bike rack and speedback issues? Let alone, the bi-weekly paychecks and the satellite farm...
C'mon now. Sexual harassment suits will abound when Sean Salisbury tries to show everyone HIS leadership pickle.
I would like to give Erin Andrews a leadership pickle.
First order of business, drain the duck pond.
This explains why the guy from Hemispheral McCann didn't get the job.
Trying to get his business unit supported is what got HR in trouble in the first place.
Let me guess. He drives a Dodge Stratus?
Pet insurance?
So you should ask yourself, with every decision that you make: is this good for the company?
"Universal McCann's purpose is to deliver sustainable communications advantage through engagement innovation and accountable creativity"... Jesus, it's like that old SNL commercial skit - "Even we don't know what we do".
Was "accountable creativity" discussed during the Flag rollout?
@UkraineNotWeak: When you're up to your ass in waterfowl...?
Q: Paul, I recently received a picture of a flaccid wang. To whom do I report this shocking and disgusting act?
A: Consult the employee handbook. No, seriously, it's covered in there.
I've seen that HR video. Not only have I never heard of his restaurant, I don't give a flying fuck how many pickles he's given out.
What, was Toby unavailable?
@Matt_T: he can 100 push-ups in twenty minutes!
@Tuffy:
What do you think is in the hash in the cafeteria?
My work made us watch the pickle video in that picture. It's just that dude saying people are happier when they are nice. I think all commenters should be forced to watch it upon joining this site. Things would CERTAINLY change with a little inspired confidence/demonstrated integrity around here.
He narrowly beat out the guy from MSG human resources.
Can we work toward a little ho-style work environment?
ESPN dudes, you can exhale. Nothing is going to change. The Universal McCann home page sports an upskirt shot of some chick at a business meeting.
@Judith Light Orchestra: But how many COCK pushups can he do?
I know he can get the job, but can he do the job?
-- Leadership pickles will be distributed in Building 5-A, but not in Building 6-R. All ESPN staffers located in Building 6-R should contact their supervisors for alternative leadership pickle distribution options.
-- Some part-time and Schedule BR-2 employees may receive additional leadership pickles in lieu of health insurance.
-- Employees are reminded not to respond to Sean Salisbury if he offers to show you his leadership pickle.
@businessorleisure: Fuck you.
Is Spoke the new LinkedIn?
It is so hard to keep these professional "MySpaces" straight anymore.
And are my Spoke and LinkedIn accounts expensable?
@Phony Gwynn: don't worry, I flagged him. We don't need no bitches talkin' that shit around here.
Of course, we really only want to know one thing, Paul: what cellular provider do you use?
In other news George Bodenheimer announced the appointment of Isiah Thomas as VP of Personnel
His orientation included a 45 minute presentation devoted to the problems associated with Tim Kurkjian's humungous dong.
I have a feeling Mr. Kruk will be demonstrating alot more enthusiasm, confidence, and integreity around the office now.
@Phony Gwynn: A fine point.
Paul:
What's the conversion rate of Leadership Pickles to Schrute Bucks?
Oh, and remember: next Friday is Hostile Work Environment day, so, you know, if you want to, go ahead and take a picture of your penis and send it to women in the office. And wear jeans.
@MattMillenFanClub:
I'm not arguing that with you!
@UkraineNotWeak: ...hashish?
@Phony Gwynn: ahem. "Fuck you, please."
@Camp Tiger Claw: Wait, seriously? I thought John Clayton had just molted his body so he could grow his winter body.
@MattMillenFanClub: He'll be OK as long as he has his luggage with him.
@MattMillenFanClub: So I'm not sick? Except for this terminal disease?
@Rory B. Bellows: Nice job crashing their site.
And regarding it - from L to R -- No, No, Maybe
Hasn't Tirico already been sternly punished by being given a brand new national radio show?
It doesn't help that the website of the video is Give 'Em The Pickle dot com.
[www.giveemthepickle.com]
I'm a firm believer in the power of the pickle.
@ClueHeywood: take a picture of your penis and ATTACH IT TO YOUR jeans.
/fixed?
If he could explain how Steve A. Smith deserves a national radio show that would be great.
The only possible reason I can come up with is getting radio listeners to turn off ESPN Radio and watch sportscenter.
@Big Daddy Drew: Hasn't Tirico already been sternly punished by being given a brand new national radio show?
[Kinda half-ass threadjack]
Tirico just said that ESPN Radio is now anchored by Mike and MIKE.
Remember the days of when ESPN Radio was anchored by Patrick and TK?
[/Kinda half-ass threadjack]
@Chad Sexington: it's basically the same as giveemthecucumber.com except vinegar and water are added.
The guy selling Koufax's Yarmulke wants to know if the Leadership Pickle is Kosher.
Universal McCann is a media agency and is roughly 5 feet from my office. That said, i haven't seen any female employees having to be escorted to the subway after dark.
I hate the fish video that is next to the pickle dude. Artificial, morale building bullshit. Just pay me, bitch.
My balls shrink to the size of mini-walnuts every time I hear:
"Hey Greenie?"
"Yes Golic."
@Mmole: I'm sending you their Fatheads as we speak. Just for shits & giggles.
@businessorleisure:
And God knows we're here for the demonstrated integrity.
You may return to licking the cyst on my scrotum, good sir.
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