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Originally Posted by The_Jazz
No, it's arrogance. For instance, when I'm in a place like Minneapolis, I stay in median priced hotels and don't order a meal that costs more than about $25. When I'm visiting an office and offered something to drink, I never take anything.
When I'm dealing with folks in Boston, New York, Philadelphia or even Ohio, I adopt a rock star persona. I will send a receptionist back to remake my coffee if it's not right. I will think to myself during meetings "you are the best in the business, make sure [HE] understands that."
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That's not arrogance; I'd say it's more like pretentiousness.
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