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“Our one employee came warily out of the back. He was always skittish with me, and if Lizzy wasn't around, he made a point of keeping his distance. I think he was expecting me to make a pass at him. He was seventeen, had stringy black hair,bad skin, and probably weighed a buck five soaked wet. I…” quote by Marie Sexton
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““Our one employee came warily out of the back. He was always skittish with me, and if Lizzy wasn't around, he made a point of keeping his distance. I think he was expecting me to make a pass at him. He was seventeen, had stringy black hair,bad skin, and probably weighed a buck five soaked wet. I didn't have the heart to tell him he wasn't my type.””

Marie Sexton

About This Quote

Unrequited attraction can cause awkwardness and self‑consciousness in the workplace.

In simple terms: Unwanted feelings create awkward work dynamics.

Key Takeaway

Maintain professional boundaries.

Themes

relationships workplace awkwardness

Mood

uneasy thoughtful

Type

practical cautionary

When to use this quote

  • team collaboration
  • mentorship
  • HR policies
  • personal boundaries

Key Concepts

social dynamics professionalism

Questions to Reflect On

  • How to address uncomfortable attraction at work?
  • What policies help manage personal feelings professionally?
A Different Perspective

Avoiding honesty may lead to lingering tension.

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