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.