Then the Angels came in 1961, and I fell in love with them.
The whole concept of negotiating is intimidating to many people.
I just knew that economics had never been my big motivation.
Never underestimate the capacity of another human being to have exactly the same shortcomings you have.
As for football in L.A., it's going to take a loooong time before another team comes here.
Very narrow areas of expertise can be very productive. Develop your own profile. Develop your own niche.
My grandfather was running Hillcrest Country Club, and that's where a whole group of Hollywood comedians hung out.
It's learning how to negotiate to keep both sides happy - whether it's for a multi-million dollar contract or just which show to watch on TV, that determines the quality and enjoyment of our lives.
Then I went to UCLA - so of course I became a huge Bruin basketball fan... and later came to football.