11. Sign of the Times
In late 2000, Jim asked if I would join him at TheStreet.com conference, followed by dinner with Gene Hackman. I jumped at the opportunity to meet and dine with one of my favorite actors, and told Jim I would go if I didn’t have to speak at the conference. Writing was one thing, but speaking in front of thousands of people wasn’t something I was interested in. He gave me his word that I would remain in the periphery, and I happily tagged along.
The grand ballroom at the Marriott World Trade Center was standing room only—I had never seen anything like it. Investors swarmed Jim during the cocktail hour asking for stock picks and market advice. I stuffed my nametag in my pocket and tried to remain invisible.
Jim gave the keynote ...
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