Skyclub conference calls
Mar 6, 2019, 8:20 pm
#16
Join Date: Oct 2017
Location: BNA
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Sat beside a fellow at the Skyclub the other day, he proceed to do a full sales demo of his software over the phone and screen share.
I considered giving him some constructive criticism when he was through.
I considered giving him some constructive criticism when he was through.
Mar 6, 2019, 8:29 pm
#17
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Orlando, FL Area
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You don't handle conference calls in public. Ever.
If the club has a meeting room then feel free to do it in there. But the rest of us do not want to hear it and I will do everything I can to have them throw you out.
I'll never forget a nauseating conference call by a redneck government contractor in the old Business Elite lounge on E. He was on his way to Ba-ha-ran. 😒
If the club has a meeting room then feel free to do it in there. But the rest of us do not want to hear it and I will do everything I can to have them throw you out.
I'll never forget a nauseating conference call by a redneck government contractor in the old Business Elite lounge on E. He was on his way to Ba-ha-ran. 😒
Last edited by readywhenyouare; Mar 6, 2019 at 8:36 pm
Mar 6, 2019, 9:29 pm
#18
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Mar 7, 2019, 1:34 am
#19
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: California
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He was speaking with the Defendants' mother. Generally, any discussion with the Defendants' mother would not be considered privileged.
Mar 7, 2019, 5:54 am
#20
Join Date: May 2010
Location: Just relocated to Phoenix, so I guess that does it for Delta for me
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I’ve heard everything from people making reservations and loudly reading out their credit card details, to a woman sobbing while trying to get her husband back after a noisy disagreement. All of this was while sitting on planes awaiting pushback from the gate! It’s crazy how people think they’re the only one in their area when they carry on conversations.
Mar 7, 2019, 6:13 am
#21
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Mar 7, 2019, 6:21 am
#22
Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: SE USA
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One day I was waiting for a shower at ATL F and overheard a job interview where the guy was bragging to his young candidate about stealing another's company's IP. Not too good to be sharing that info in public I would say.
You never know who is around, and it is a small world. Oh, and don't steal IP.
Kinda put that kid in an awkward situation, eh?
You never know who is around, and it is a small world. Oh, and don't steal IP.
Kinda put that kid in an awkward situation, eh?
Mar 7, 2019, 7:44 am
#23
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: OKC
Programs: IHG Spire, National Exec, AA Plat
Posts: 2,274
The AA clubs (at least in DFW) have a workstation/cubicle area. I've taken a few calls over there when needed (using a headset and speaking quietly). Do other airline clubs not have this?
Mar 7, 2019, 10:59 am
#26
Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: RDU
Posts: 5,239
Not sure if this is meant to be a complaint or what.
Unfortunately there aren't really any good places to take conference calls at an airport. At outstations I usually try to sneak into a deserted gate house and take a call there. Otherwise, best I can do is try to find the quietest corner in the SkyClub and talk as quietly as I can.
I agree that you need to be cognizant of what you say in public spaces - this is not just true in SkyClubs but everywhere. I have heard more than once people talking about things that would very clearly be restricted material non-public information (i.e. the stuff that moves stock prices) - and frankly folks entrusted with that sort of information should know better.
Given the amount of time spent in airports, and the difficulty of managing to folk's schedules, it is difficult to avoid calls completely (which would be optimal).
Unfortunately there aren't really any good places to take conference calls at an airport. At outstations I usually try to sneak into a deserted gate house and take a call there. Otherwise, best I can do is try to find the quietest corner in the SkyClub and talk as quietly as I can.
I agree that you need to be cognizant of what you say in public spaces - this is not just true in SkyClubs but everywhere. I have heard more than once people talking about things that would very clearly be restricted material non-public information (i.e. the stuff that moves stock prices) - and frankly folks entrusted with that sort of information should know better.
Given the amount of time spent in airports, and the difficulty of managing to folk's schedules, it is difficult to avoid calls completely (which would be optimal).
Not sure if I am laughing or crying reading this.
Mar 7, 2019, 11:03 am
#27
Join Date: Feb 2017
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Yes, the implication of "quiet" is that there is no one around. Humans make noise, even when trying to be quiet.
Mar 7, 2019, 11:10 am
#28
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Some newer AA clubs (BOS) and Centurion Lounges (PHL) have phone booths inside the club that typically seat one or two people.
Mar 7, 2019, 11:39 am
#30
Join Date: May 2011
Location: NYC
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You can use headphones and your very quiet indoor voice and nobody will know you're on a conference call. Seriously people, it's not difficult to carry on your professional business and feel all important without imposing your business on all around you. If you're not prepared to do this, then clearly you're not prepared to work while in transit and you should just wait until you arrive at your destination. Your failure to plan is really not Delta's problem.