Question
Since I arrived to the U.S nobody ever pronounces my name correctly. Mijail (pronounce Me-Ha- Eel). But it's annoying to explaining it every time or hear how it's mispronounced around new circles constantly. I use Misha now, it's easy but sometimes they sent me checks as "Misha" too which has no use in the bank. I don't know if I should go all the way with my nickname or just use my actual name and look for a system to explain it. Any thoughts?
Answer
Don't overthink it. If a hard-to-pronounce name is costing you extra business stress then change it.
Have fun with it. Tell people what you want them to call you. :-)
Dan
