**UPDATE (4/17/07)**: So, Patrick here, we received some questions about this mysterious Charlieo character and how/why he posted to the official Zazzle Blog… the truth is, he actually is a Zazzler himself, working in our esteemed Operations department… ya see, he gets really depressed all the time because he falls in love with all the incredible products being produced everyday… then, to his dismay, they are all shipped out en masse!… all gone, leaving him alone yet again. Deprived of his beloved, high quality on-demand products. So, his depression sets in, and the only thing that keeps him going for another day is the promise of yet another huge batch of orders. But don’t fear, he’s actually quite personable and approachable (before shipping time, of course) and you can expect more great posts from him in the future! **END UPDATE**
Today was an interesting (and depressing) day. Instead of crying at my desk, I decided to share my sadness with the free world by luring vulnerable bystanders into conversations about their insecurities. Pathetic, I know, but at this point I am without shame. I’m terrible at starting conversations on my own, so I figured I’d use one of my Zazzle products to do the job for me. Weapon of choice: my “Tell me what you don’t like about yourself” shirt.
At first, everyone I walked by was freaked out by me and refused to make eye contact. Not a big deal, I’m used to it. Then it happened! A guy came up to me and said, “I keep working at jobs that pay nothing.” I responded with a generic “Yeah…sorry” and then I took off. It was awesome! On my way back to my car, I got a few more hits:
- “Like you care.”
- “What? Are you a therapist or something?” [*Really* angry lady]
- “Do you have an hour? It’s a long list.”
What I learned Today: Lots of people have issues, and they’ll blab about them if you wear cool shirts.
Stay sad,
April 16, 2007 at 2:47 pm |
I enjoyed this story and idea! A risky shirt to wear when standing anywhere for too long! Just kidding! It was great! And in the spirit of that famous show!
April 17, 2007 at 9:45 am |
Next week try a shirt that says “tell me what you do like about yourself and the world”!!! I bet you’ll get a better reaction. Maybe I’ll try that shirt.
April 17, 2007 at 2:19 pm |
“tell me what you don’t like about me” charlieo.
April 17, 2007 at 3:17 pm |
As a RN, its dangerous to wear that shirt. “Ask and ye shall receive!” lol I enjoyed this blog, too.
April 17, 2007 at 3:34 pm |
I don’t envy you, folkartblonde. I’m sure you hear your fair share of complaints. “My arm is broken, blah blah blah.” “I need to see a doctor, blah blah blah.”
Stay sad,
Charlieo
April 17, 2007 at 8:06 pm |
I like hearing good news. That’s why I came up with “Hearing your good news feels good.” shirt. I invite you to wear that and see what kind of responses you get. Oh yes, and it comes with flowers on it! http://www.zazzle.com/Cherylsart*/product/235092663306940270