Bob was a self made man. No time for school, no time for "fancy universities" or "pointless courses" ("nothing they can teach me that life hasn't already taught me mate"). Bob would be a challenge for any consultant.
He had been persuaded to seek help in updating his business, communication and human resource skills - especially the last skill set! Don't get me wrong, Bob had a heart of gold, but these days there is no place for Bob's brand of, "Be a good girl love and make us a cup of tea will you?" accompanied by a wink of a twinkling eye.
This was something I tried to impress upon him. It was an uphill job and I had to contend with the usual defenses such as, "ah, there' no harm in it mate - the girls know I'm joking and don't mean anything".
However, I persisted and one day smiled with with pleasure and self satisfaction as Bob sat down with me in his office and informed me, "I've been thinking about what you said - and you're right. I should change my attitude towards women."
"I am glad you see it that way" I replied and invited him to carry on.
"From now on mate, I will employ more women, and I will promote more women. They shall all be treated equally".
It seemed I had won!
"In fact, I have already promoted Jackie to the head of sales position"
This was even more of a success than I could have imagined!
I could not place Jackie and sought Bob's help to identify her.
"You know Jackie.,," he smiled
.."The one with the short skirt and big knockers".
*Not an actual event but based on a real conversation!
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