Gay In The Workplace?
Q: Gay in the workplace?
I'm pretty sure that my co-worker is gay, but i'm afraid if I ask him he'll turn to the boss and complain for sexual harrassment or something other. What can I do?
A: A great deal of tact is required here. You know who you are, and that's a good thing. Now the question is, how to approach your co-worker. The best possible scenario I can give is to be honest and discreet with your approach. Ask him to join for a drink after work or another social function, at which point, with discretion simply ask how he feels about gay issues, that more than anything should give you an indicator as to whether you should pursue or let it alone. This also keeps any possible complaint of harassment to a minimum. If he answers positively to your queries, proceed to tell him you're gay, at which point, if he is attune to you, he will respond in kind. Sorry I can't give better advice, these things are touchy at best. I myself am fortunate enough to be completely out at work.