OK, so I'm at Starbux. I can't help but hear the convo that's going on at the table in front of me. I almost feel like I should move. It seems this woman is managerially over this guy. It also seems she is evaluating him (based on her papers, posture, and very frank feedback). So this leads to one question and one principal:1. Where is the line between eavesdropping and overhearing? What one would you say I did? You can see the proximity of me to them in the photo...you decide.
2. If you and me have to evaluate or reprimand each other, let's not do it at one of the most HIGHLY visible, HIGHLY busiest places of business, k? This poor guy! Just how comfortable can an employee be having a private evaluation in a public place?
OK, well, packing up my things. I've heard enough....literally!
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nice....
okay so you're still in the mountains or foothills of some place on vacation huh?
i had to enlarge the picture to see if i recognized the starbucks and can see the scenery.
Thanks for stopping by the blog! I met with your husband a few months ago. I really like Raul. Excited to partner with you guys too.
Hey HP great piece! I think eavesdropping is when we continue to listen and don't make the choice like you - to move away from a personal conversation. What I really like is your comments regarding leadership (which is why God has you right where you are.) This conversation should have been PRIVATE and POSITIVE. It sounds like this subordinate's boss could have learned a thing or two from you. Great job!
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