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Actually, you just missed livening it up...but my 1st response was self-censored when I realised I was blathering from the tequila (my 1st taste of alchyhol in a loooong time)...then I tried to respond to your "I killed the thread" post, when my puter decided it had had enough internet service & wanted to reboot...
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If you were a man, would you be able to show that much and still maintain respectability? Wear your shirts open down to below the chest, tight shorts? Would it be ok for you to hug employees, or flirt with female employees? I certainly wouldn't be able to. Quote:
I see your point, but I disagree. It is still unfair to treat employees preferentially because you like them, or drink with them after work, or chat with them at the water cooler, or because you think they agree with your sexual preference or skin colour. If your employee is accepting of your sexual preference or skin colour to the point where they act in a subordinate manner, that should be all that is required. If I didn't get promoted because I didn't have a beer with the boss, or people who look like the boss, when it was clear that I deserved it on performance, I'd be inclined to take action too. |
I've read the postings and just want to share my thoughts. Yes, it is definitely sexual harassment. Gender or lifestyle has no bearing on the behavior. While reporting may bring some heat and discomfort to you, it is the right thing to do. I would also counsel your fellow workers to do the same. Perhaps if someone had previously done just this, you wouldn't be in this situation now. Don't pass the problem on, deal with it now. Best of luck, I know this isn't easy. :shrug:
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I have a few personal rules that I follow as a manager.
1) Never drink at any work function. 2) I am there Boss, not a co-worker. I can share some personal life information, take interest in there lives, but I can never be there confidant, best friend, or one of the group. 3) The two foot bubble. Never enter into that space. Shake hands and then back away to keep the comfort zone. Following these might seem cold and distant but it allows me to manage my staff without them feeling uncomfortable around me. My job is just that, a job. A place of work, not a dating center. |
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