Because blogs are the latest incarnation of why I first fell in love with the online medium nearly two decades ago. The real magic of the Internet isn’t in high-tech gizmos and complicated computer code. It’s in each individual’s ability to connect with the rest of their world. AOL was one of the first companies to realize that the driving force for people to go online was their ability to reach one another. So we fed that basic human need with tools like e-mail and Instant Messaging, chat rooms and message boards, personal web pages and photo sharing.Blogs are one of the next steps in the continuing social dynamic that makes up the online world, and they are perhaps the single best device yet invented to spark new conversations and launch new ideas.
That’s because a blog is not an echo chamber. A blog can be entertaining, it can be informational, and it can be enlightening. But the most important part of a blog is that it can be activating. It allows others to look at your thoughts and follow your life and then launch their own ideas, comments and perspectives on what you’ve seen and done.In short, your personal blog is a way to leave your footprints in the sand. It lets your friends and family, as well as people you’ve never met, follow your tracks through the exciting and ever changing world in which we live. So welcome to my blog.
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Ted
(1) If your purchase of the Washington Wizards comes to complete fruition, I would like to be considered as part of the Front Office staff, specifically Office of Personnel (i.e. working with GM on players, etc). Besides playing basketball leisurely and getting cut from high school and college teams, I love the game. I’m currently an attorney for the Department of Homeland Security…so yes, I am a long shot, but very serious about it.
(2) If (1) seems ridiculous, I have another one involving in investing in, well…me. It’s a good cause if you’re looking for the local, non-flashy reason to donate.
Thanks (but yes, I am serious about (1)).
-Akmal
Hey whats good Ted, I am a huge fan of the washington wizards and I welcome you as owner of the team. I have a suggestion about the team uniforms and logo. Many fans including myself have grown tired of the wizards logo and colors of the team.
It would be nice to see a true fresh new start for this franchise to have a new logo and uniforms and team colors.
I feel that it would rejuvenate the city and give new life in this franchise. Thanks for understanding.
Hi Ted
I’ve been looking for web addresses for the Washington Capitals. I’d like to pass along a congratulations on great season.
There have been suggestions that the team might need a little re-tooling. I would urge you and the George McPhee and Bruce Boudreau to stay the course. The most successful organization in hockey the past 20 yers has been the Red Wings.
For many years, in particular the first 10 years of Steve Yzerman’s tenure, the team faced enduring disappointment. They stayed the course and ‘developed’ a team the cares about each other and has both won and lost together.
Other successful teams such as New Jersey and the Avalanche have done the same. Contrast this to teams like Philadelphia and the Senators that have tended to re-tool every season or two or three.
A team that sticks together grows together (think early Oilers)
All the best.
John
Ted, I have a business idea for the technically challenged (mostly those of us over 45) — what is the best way for me to submit an idea for your consideration?
again i have had a computer since 92 we used it for stocks and a few e mails to pals launch new ideas books of poetry as usual do not have a lot of time and i am quite sure everybody asking you a lot of things ;all i can say i thik i am truly amidst the rare few and just maybe i could help u2….ps i left my phone number now i leave po bix 15 w.hurley ny 12491 snail maill phone would still be better i left my number and if n ask and i give it tu agin enjoyed your interview iam sure you had yhour best suit on but maybe just maybe you are real if you arfe contact me you could probably helo me more but one never knows myu film i have a santa basrbara caneerrs later mastarday
Are there investment opportunities in Snagfilms?
This blog had some good ideas, but I’m going to send it to my friends and see what they think. I’m always getting stuff in my email from them, so I might as well share some cool things I find. Thanks,
T. Johns
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A good post please keep going thanks
Very nice post and right to the point. I am not sure if this is actually the best place to ask but do you folks have any thoughts on where to hire some professional writers? Thanks in advance
First time I commented.
1 - Name: I that “Justice” would work. We stand for Justice.
Other names that would reflect DC, the seat of Democracy: Liberty or Freedom.
2 - Uniforms: I like the red, white and blue idea, BUT I would like to see muted colors, not bright colors. Perhaps a darker rich red, a darker westwood blue and white. Wish I knew the exact color names. Home trim in same blue and red.
3 - Mascot: Lady Liberty, George Washington etc.
Just thoughts.
After watching your National Press Club luncheon speech, there should be
no doubt in anyone’s mind, you are and will continue to be the best owner in sports. I’m sure and hope you have the same success with the Wizards as you’ve had with the Caps.
Thank you for taking the time to listen to my concerns and recommendations on the Wizards for next season, at last Friday’s Mystic Home Opener game. You were charming and gracious. I wish you good luck with the upcoming season. It is not easy to rebuild a franchise and to bring back creditability to a team that imploded it’s own reputation - but if anyone can rebuild and achieve success, you are the man for the job. Best of luck to you.
Also I noticed that you did not have any Baseball sports blogs listed, yet I see you sitting at some Nationals Baseball games. If you have the time, check out these web-sites: Washington Fan Forum -there is an OT thread on the Capitals and Wizards, continuously running, under the “Red Loft” category, and the Washington Nationals Message Board-which during the winter also has OT threads on the Capitals and Wizards.
Cheers….
Ted,
I have a great idea for a movie, would like your insight if possible on the next step. I have written a movie treatment, registered it with the Writers Guild. I think it has potential to be the “next blindside”. I would like to submit it to you for your review..Thanks, please see the attached weblink and some comments on people who are familiar with the story. Thanks in advance for your time and consideration.
Andy Livingston, Partner
LAD Communications & Technology LLC
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http://ladcommunicationstech.com/
703-608-8533
Mr. Leonsis:
After watching your interview about your purchase of the Wizards team I was left with a feeling that finally there is a person of such character to fill Abe Polin’s shoes and walk in his shadow. Humanity along with a genuine interest in people as opposed to just making money has been lost in many of our athletic teams and the people who participate. Your good, common sense comes across with your every word. Thank you and know that you are appreciated.
I am a 72 year old senior, single mother, grandmother, great grandmother who has spent more hours on ball fields and courts than I can count and still doing it to help a grandson, afford and get accepted to Dematha High School this fall, where he has been “recruited” to play Lacrosse and Football. I will be driving him daily to summer school from Waldorf, Md., my home or his in Calvert County. His father, my son a single father has put this grandson, Dalton’s education above all else in his life at this time. My twin daughers, educators in Prince George’s County Public Schools are both instrumental in tutoring Dalton to assist with this transition. I retired from PG Schools after 30 years as a principal’s secretary. This is a family effort and I feel the need to tell you how grateful I am that someone of your character will be a role model for young athletes. There is hope for the sports world after all, with your foresight for your team and Gilbert Arenas. In my family of three sons and my daughters, forgiveness and forgetting are what has kept us together. Thank you!
Alicia C Dorr
Mr Leonsis, welcome to the NBA. I have admired your work from afar; especially the work you have done with the Capitals. Though I already have a job as a Director with CSC, I am looking to learn the business and was wondering if you had time to teach me. I am a fast learner and a very discipline. SInce I know you read your mail daily, I would be interested in your thoughts?
I really liked this blog, and will definetly come back for more. Only thing is, I didn’t find how to subscribe to this blog. Will you implement this when you need it?
Mr. Leonsis,
I am absolutely thrilled that you are taking over the Wizards organization. I have been so impressed with your overhaul of the Capitals. Many of your early decisions were not very popular, when you let go of many popular players, but the team is 100% better as a result of your strategic maneuvers. On a seperate note, I recently closed the doors of my 20 year old Canon/Xerox copier service center. As a result, I have been working very hard for the last 3 years trying to develop a Nationwide internet sports marketing portal. I have seen early signs of success, but at this time, I am in need of an investor/partner to help me continue to create my vision. The main page is SportsPsychos.com, and you will see that I am a local DC and Baltimore sports fan. I would really appreciate any advice or interest you may have for me. If nothing else, I would be honored if a true entrepreneur, like yourself, would take the time to look at it, and see if you think it has potential. Thank you, and GO WIZARDS & CAPS!!
Hello,
We are huge CAPS fans. My daughter’s bat mitzvah is next June and as you can guess, her theme is CAPS. I have many hockey items planned, such as, her name cards will be hockey pucks, her centerpieces hockey sticks with a famous Caps player. The guests will sit at a players table. EX: #8- Alex O and many more. I was wondering if you and the team could provide something special for her day? I would love to surprise her with a special gift from the CAPS. I thank-you and I will see you at a game- we are season tix holders. PS- We think you are amazing and thank-you for providing the city fun and excitement.
I am amazed by the wasted trade with Chicago and the draft pick. There were better players at #17 and we got one that will not be ready to play in tow years and spend 20M.
Ernie needs to go. He passed on Blair last year. More of the same with the Wizards. I am not encouraged by this ownership team.
Wow! can be amazing giving. any a!