Private Thoughts at the Workplace

I came across this statement in the chaos of Cyberspace. It does pose an interesting issue which can be seen and approach under many lights.

…I’ve worked in management for years and can assure you that while you’re on company time, any conversation that can be overheard by patrons can be scrutinized by the company.

You are a representative of that company and your behavior reflects on the company.

You are certainly within your rights to HAVE a PRIVATE conversation. Just make sure that it IS in fact PRIVATE.

People who are in business to take money from people don’t want their employees offending their customers.

It’s bad for business.

Here’s how I would approach this: