Concern Professions Quote by William Lashner
““That was part of the job, to pretend to listen, to feign concern. There are three professions who play at that game; barkeeps are the ones who do it on their feet.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Last Lullaby by William Lashner, 2008
People often fake attentiveness as a job requirement, especially in service roles where listening is expected but not genuine.
In simple terms: Pretending to listen is a common work habit.
Key Takeaway
Be authentic in interactions.
Themes
service
authenticity
communication
Mood
cynical
observational
Type
observational
critical
When to use this quote
- customer service
- hospitality
- team meetings
- interviews
Key Concepts
social performance
empathy
Questions to Reflect On
- How does pretending to listen affect relationships?
- When is it acceptable to feign concern?
A Different Perspective
Genuine listening builds trust more than feigned concern.
