[pianotech] attitudes and such

[David Andersen]

OK. Let me clarify. Snarkiness, or sarcasm, or judgement, WILL happen,  
which is what Jason is saying. WHEN it happens---inevitably--- 
everybody learns; it's a gut/reality/community check. My pal Will  
simply has less fast-twitch emotional response than a lot of us...and  
a tremendous amount of hard-won clarity and wisdom. We would never see  
it in all its glory without the occasional snarkified exchange here.  
We're going for excellence here, Mr. Monroe, not perfection.  
Perfection kills. Let it roll.
DA


On Feb 12, 2010, at 12:04 PM, William Monroe wrote:

> I respectfully disagree, Jason.  Snarkiness does no one any good.   
> It is short-sighted, self-absorbed, condescending trash and should  
> be left on the (back) doorstep.  Professional, thoughtful responses  
> are far more beneficial for both parties.  Dripping sarcasm is one  
> thing (in fun), but the line is easily crossed into intolerance.  I  
> believe there is always ample opportunity to practice those other  
> nice character traits you've mentioned, Jason, (empathy, self- 
> recognition, the courage to speak up, and the humility to apologize)  
> without the making an Ass of yourself pre-requisite..  ;-]  If you  
> are searching for a listee to emulate when you formulate a response,  
> of the many courteous listees, I recommend Will Truitt.  Always  
> considerate, professional, and empathetic, even when dealing with  
> someone challenging - and yet, he still gives and receives valuable,  
> non-patronizing information - it can be done!  Keep it up Will (my  
> hero).  ;- []
>
> Just my non-snarky two cents.
> William R. Monroe
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> On Fri, Feb 12, 2010 at 1:32 PM, Jason Kanter  
> <jkanter at rollingball.com> wrote:
> Personally, I think a little snarkiness is good for us all once in a  
> while. Both for the snarker and for the snarkee. It provides the  
> occasion to reflect on opportunities for improvement. It gives us  
> all the opportunity to practice empathy, self-recognition, the  
> courage to speak up, and the humility to apologize.
>
> Jason
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