We've got a new manager in our department.
Oh? You hoped to get that job, didn't you?
Yes, I did.
I'm sorry. That's too bad. Who is it? Who got the job, I mean?
Someone called Drexler. Carl Drexler. He's been with the company onlytwo years. I've been here longer. And I know more about the job, too
Hmm. Why do you think they gave it to him and not to you?
Because I'm the wrong sex, of course!
You mean you didn't get the job because you're a woman?
Yes, that was probably it! It isn't fair.
What sort of clothes does he wear?
A dark suit. White shirt. A tie. Why?
Perhaps that had something to do with it.
You mean you think I didn't get the job because I come to work in jeansand a sweater?
It's possible, isn't it?
Do you really think I should wear different clothes?
Well. . . perhaps you should think about it.
Why should I wear a skirt? Or a dress?
I'm not saying you should. I'm saying you should think about it. That's all!
Why should I do that? I'm good at my job! That's the only important thing!
Hmm. Perhaps it should be the only important thing. But it isn't. Not in this company.