Scobleizer - Latest Comments in Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Andrew Hitchcock — Sat, 17 Jun 2006 01:26:04 -0000

I saw the "Cutts" on your shirt and thought, "No way... does that say what I think it says?"

Hehe, nice shirt.

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

John Casaretto — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 16:28:01 -0000

Just got this one......

http://redmondmag.com/news/...

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

VB — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 14:44:30 -0000

Robert,

It's funny you mentioned about coding questions ... because, funnily enough, it always seems tougher to get into big companies when you are looking for non code-developer kind of gigs. I mean, what would be the direct path to someone who knew his technology but didn't want a coding job?!

During graduation, I heard this from numerous friends who were in job hunting mode (me, I just did the startup thingy!)

Lets take an example ... someone has a successful startup, it grows, matures, and outside directors/managers are given control and/or it gets merged/sold. How can someone with this resume even approach one of the software biggies for a job. Not through the /jobs part of the website for sure ... that only deals with one kind of serious job ... programming!

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Dave — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 14:07:49 -0000

One name Robert - Leonard Nimoy.

He went on to work in a couple of shows, but he was/is forever known as Spock, from the planet Vulcan.

I'll be interested to see if you have become so closely tied to Microsoft that you'll never be known as anything else.

Either way, I'm very happy for you! It sounds like you'll be very happy in the direction you've decided to set out in.

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Robert Scoble — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 13:46:29 -0000

Garrett: I don't know. I had to show up to get one.

Realestateceo: My last day at Microsoft is June 30.

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

realestateceo — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 13:25:56 -0000

I guess your wrapped up with microsoft? I hope everything works out for you.

Phil

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

SarekOfVulcan — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 13:11:36 -0000

I watched some of the Rocketboom interview -- does Northern Voice sell those "Bloggable" shirts, or do you have to actually show up to get one?

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

SippinWhisky — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 12:55:58 -0000

...wishing the very best of luck to you in your new gig/venture, Scobleizer. (Remember us when you're famous.)

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Bob — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 12:23:24 -0000

AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHHHH!!!!!!!!!

that is just SO MUCH more terrifying than "red tape"!

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

rockwatching — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 11:39:06 -0000

WOW, your head must be spinning. I am totally pumped for your success. Ride the wave while it lasts, (just dont leave the surfboard behind). It seems that in reading your posts Its like I bask a little in your fortune. Yes, the picture says to me you are without malice, guile or arrogance. Well done and keep blogging. Mick http://rockwatching.wordpre...

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

razib — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 11:29:42 -0000

Unfortunately, the picture did not open in my PC. I have just one request for you. Please give some time and attention to making blogging popular. Blogging gave you so much fame and perhpas fortune. So, if you can give some to the blogging community too.

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

[GEEKS ARE SEXY] Tech. News — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 08:46:53 -0000

Gotta love that picture! :)

It's kindda Ironic if you consider that your "stats" screen capture posted a few entry below featured Firefox :)

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Christopher Coulter — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 08:31:45 -0000

In all true sincerity, wish you the best of luck, even if a bubble (which it most assuredly is), you will have tons of fun playing with Video'isms and doing PRish wonky type of things, just keep that short-sell finger all trigger-happy (and get a Steadicam).

BUT if Hollywood/LA or Burbank/NYC calls, leave the techie start-ups behind in a dizzy headspin, and put me on speed dial. Use your celebrity-power to like meet JJ Abrams. ;)

Didyah see Sonic Foundry's Mediasite™, their new Podcastingish tool? Sonic has always done good stuff, and speaking of Sonic, Sony's new Cinescore kicks (Go Sony go), all Acidish without the hassle. Also ITP Research kicked up Video Comments, which is a WordPress Plugin for, guess what...commenting on Videos. Also Paula A. Kerger of PBS, is going serious full-speed-ahead on VOD, per John Boland's appt. And more and more podish news out there, news bubble for sure too. Reminds me of the Wired 1995 era, where every dot.com was hailed as the second coming, and everyone was worshipping at the Church of the Early Adopters. (Woulda emailed the newsbits, but seems it will be weeks before you come up for air).

PS - What NLE you use? Also Final Draft AV is kicking "podcast planner", btw. Should look into that, I much perfer the pure Final Draft, but warmed to AV for some Videography work of late, plus the ad agencies (pox on them) like AV over real screenplayish style.

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Darren Straight — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 08:05:24 -0000

Like robert mentioned, there are more than 3,000 Microsoft Bloggers out there and it's growing each day in every country, so I'm sure you will find something out there, if not then theres always the unoficial blogs, like mine! ;)

With blogs like that youll get an overview of what Microsoft is doing, and sometimes youll find better information than the official MS Blogs! :)

Your choice.

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Mark Marchall — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 05:59:19 -0000

I have just one question for you Robert. Where should I go for MS news now? I'm serious. I can't go to the offical press releases, they're boring as hell. Does MS have a contingency plan?

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Barrington — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 05:43:12 -0000

You look a bit like philip seymour hoffman with your glasses on

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Darren Straight — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 05:36:18 -0000

Haha love the photo, I see you have your "I am not Matt Cutts" T-Shirt on! :)

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Matthew — Wed, 14 Jun 2006 01:20:47 -0000

Congrats on the new gig! You've left an indelible mark at Microsoft. I am sure they are discussing ways to fill the void. It is generally true that an employee's worth is appraised in hindsight... otherwise negotiating your own raise wouldn't be so difficult! Heh. I'm being autobiographical.

Anyhow, I applaud you for taking this leap. Just let me know where to subscribe, and I'm there!

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Nick — Tue, 13 Jun 2006 20:55:23 -0000

Hey Robby,
I knew you wouldn't last up here (Seattle) very long! One thing about Geeks...when you live in San Jose the few times you do get outdoors it is usually nice out. Here....not so much...case in point, it's been raining for five days now! Someday I'm sure I'll move back to the Bay Area...well, maybe not. We've talked about a BBQ since you moved up here...you'll have to tell me when you're leaving so we can actually get one done!

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Rick Schaut — Tue, 13 Jun 2006 20:29:54 -0000

John,

Good advice doesn't consist of telling people what to do. Good advice consists of telling them things that help them figure out what to do for themselves.

Robert,

I'm honestly flattered that my advice played a role. And, I have to admit to having felt a ping of trepidation before sending it off to you with the full knowledge of what the result might well have been. In the end, though, if you care about people, you still have to do what you can to help them work things out.

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

hugh macleod — Tue, 13 Jun 2006 20:23:17 -0000

I think English Cut is on BBC Radio 4 this Thursday... I get a quick mention...

So when is MS hiring The Hughtrain? Sheesh!Q

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Dmad — Tue, 13 Jun 2006 20:11:35 -0000

@7 Why in the world would MS want to buy Podtech? What technology would they be buying? Moreover, why would they buy a company with a yet unproven business model?

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

geofones — Tue, 13 Jun 2006 19:50:23 -0000

Good luck in the new role and yep please let us know which BBC Radio you are talking on - there are lots of BBC channels and programmes...

ps What do you think to Microsoft buying out Podtech to get you back :-)

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

John Piercy — Tue, 13 Jun 2006 19:47:57 -0000

Congrats Rob ,,, on your lifestream
I emailed you a few weeks ago , but never mind
I found an article in the local Niagara Falls Newspaper about Corporate Blogging and it had mentioned you in several paragraphs ,,
Would you be interested in the article ?
I could mail it it too you ,,

Best Wishes

John Piercy

Re: Cleaning up from the MediaStorm

Praveen — Tue, 13 Jun 2006 19:37:03 -0000

:)) Good picture with exit sign on it :D

Good luck for ur new job.

Praveen