Fit Quote by Claudia Shear
“You talk to people who serve you the food the same way you talk to the people you eat the food with. You talk to people who work for you the same way you talk to the people you work for. It's a one-size-fits-all proposition.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Interview on workplace respect, 2018
Treating service staff the same as peers reflects respect; hierarchy should not dictate courtesy.
In simple terms: Respect all workers equally.
Practice equal courtesy regardless of role.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- customer service
- team leadership
- social etiquette
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you show respect to service workers?
- What barriers prevent equal treatment?
Power dynamics can blur respect; cultural norms may resist change.