That's Not My Name
Post date: 2023-05-10 09:53:54
Views: 153
I have a relatively common name for my area. Let's say it's James and that I do not go by Jim at all. When I introduce myself as James, some people immediately say "Hi Jim! Nice to meet you!". Why?

I don't understand it. I am not mumbling or saying it unclearly. I would never say "Hi Mike! To someone who just introduced themselves as Michael. I would use the name they just gave me.

I'm not mad about this. It's rare for me to get pushback when I correct someone, so it isn't a big deal. But it happens pretty regularly, and even seems to be getting more common for some reason. I must be missing something. What am I missing? Does this happen to other people too?
Please click Here to read the full story.
 
Other Top and Latest Questions:
Humanoid robots take over CES in Las Vegas as tech industry touts future of AI
What student loan borrowers can do if they're facing wage garnishment: 'Early action' is critical, advisor says
Rolls-Royce has hit a record high every trading day of 2026. Here's why
Last call: $300 Chase Freedom Unlimited bonus ending soon
As tech stocks soar, executives use exchange funds to diversify wealth without selling
CNBC Sport: WNBA and players dig in their heels as CBA deadline set to expire
Patient advocacy groups urge U.S. court to halt overseas prescription drug operations
Stars are aligning for Treasury yields to fall. This options trade hedges risk and makes money if rates dip
Supreme Court holds off on Trump tariff ruling for now — what's at stake for economy
Mortgage rates drop to lowest level in nearly 3 years after Trump's latest push on housing affordability