I just returned from the company bathroom.
Not to get into too many details, I was going #2 in the company restroom...and in the stall next to me I was witness to a POWERFUL blast, followed by a long round of flatulence. When there was finally silence, I blurted out laughing (as most others probably would have done in the same situation)...
Once I was finally able to control my laughter, I knocked on the wall and congratulated him on a 'job well done'....silence on the other side.
When we were both done (coincidently at the same time) we both went to wash our hands when I noticed it was the company VP coming out of the stall next to me.
I said 'nice job' and offered a high five (after we both washed our hands). He looked at me in disgust and walked right out of the bathroom.
Now, I think I really aggrevated this gentleman (who is my VP). I've always been a hard worker and I really hope this situation doesnt' sour my chances for promotion.
How can I right this?
2007-01-25 07:30:59 · 36 answers · asked by Ted Arcidi 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
TO YOU I SAY " JOB WELL DONE ". AS LONG AS THAT GUY IS YOUR BOSS, NOT RECEIVING A PROMOTION SHOULD BE THE LEAST OF YOUR WORRIES.
2007-01-25 07:53:02 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Are you serious? What I don't understand is why you didn't think to control your amusement at what you heard, because, as you understand now, you really had no way of knowing who was producing the "noises".
I think what people in the workplace sometimes forget is that, even in the company restrooms, you need to still be at least somewhat professional, because you just never know who is in the restroom with you.
What really confuses me is your "nice job" and high five offer, which, from your VP's reaction, seems to have made it seem like you were trying to be a smart a$$. Quite a contrast to the "hard work" you say you've been doing. About the only thing you can do now is offer a sincere apology to your VP - and monitor your behavior on future restroom visits.
2007-01-25 07:59:20 · answer #2 · answered by loveblue 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Only those in mid or early teens would think that what you did is in any way appropriate. If you were both drunk, it might be OK or if you were in the movie "Big" and turned into a little kid for the day. Otherwise, who could think that is a way to act in a setting that is professional. I can't imagine even being able to face him again, let alone apologizing. At least you don't have to worry about him telling anyone specifically what you did. It is so ridiculous that people wouldn't believe him. But you will soon have a reputation as someone who doesn't know how to behave in the workplace.
Learn from the mistake and hope you can find another job before they let you go.
2007-01-25 08:18:53 · answer #3 · answered by Love Shepherd 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You probably said this for a laugh, but the person inside was not a "buddy-buddy" type. It really wasn't a very flattering situation for him to be in, so of course he was embarrassed.
The best thing that you can do is apologize and beg forgiveness. Don't be tough now...it's too late. Get in there and apologize.
The most important thing to remember is "DON'T SHARE THIS INFORMATION WITH ANYONE AT WORK!!!" That is gossip and you can't be taken serious after silly gossip like this.
Just let time pass after your apology and he may approach you with a reminder about that day...don't you bring it up, though. You may both have a big laugh that way.
2007-01-25 09:46:00 · answer #4 · answered by joe_on_drums 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it was a stupid thing to do - never undermine the dignity of a superior, if you know what's good for you
act like it never happened
it may, or may not work
my inclination is, that any reference or reminder of it only digs you in deeper, if you are going to do something, for pete's sake do it in private, be humble and be *brief*.
i may be wrong, no easy answer, but whatever you do, learn from it
murphy's law stalks you on company grounds. always, always, always watch your manners
it wouldn t be completely unfair if it did hurt you for promotion - suppose you went up the fast track, then did something like that with a make or break customer? How much could that cost the company?
or what if you made a comment a member of a protected class found offensive? How much could the company get sued for?
would he be wrong to presume you lack judgement and class?
this doesnt have to ruin your career, but it may or may not limit your potential in this company
whatever you do, learn from it, and learn quickly
2007-01-25 08:00:48 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Turn the tables on him. Watch his patterns of going to the men’s room, once you have it down pat, get in there before him. You will then have to display a loud, boisterous and embarrassing #2. If the shoe is on the other foot, he may laugh and feel better about the whole situation. Who knows, if you both find it funny this may be the way to a promotion.
2007-01-25 12:48:58 · answer #6 · answered by Wake up with the KING 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, if he is a good VP it shouldn't affect your job in any way. However, it would usually be considered rude to make such a comment to someone that you maybe don't know that well. It could help if you pulled your VP aside when neither of you are doing much work and apologize for offending him in any way, and say that it was very unprofessional of you, blah,blah,blah,etc.,etc,etc.
If he seems to forget it and things are normal again then you should act like it never happened too.
2007-01-25 07:58:17 · answer #7 · answered by renee w 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well in your case i would laugh too because that is a funny situation. but what you said it seems that your VP is a sour puss and that he has no sense of humor. all i can say is go into his office and apologize tell him it was rude of you to have of made such a comment and that it will never never happen again. then again you can say nothing and let the awkward moment last forever. or you can leave your job and find a new one.
2007-01-25 07:56:41 · answer #8 · answered by cosita 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think doing or saying anything will just aggravate the situation - the guy was probably embarassed.
Think about if you had been caught masturbating or something. Would you want someone who saw you to come up to you later and apologize for saying something at the time? NO!! You would want him to forget it and not mention it to anyone (esp on a public forum).
Don't treat him any differently and don't ever bring it up again.
2007-01-25 07:43:50 · answer #9 · answered by Martin L 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You need to apologize if ever given the chance. If not, you need to bend over backwards being polite and ethical about everything that you do from now on.
What happened in the bathroom was very immature of you. He will probably consider your age and forget it. You were right about one thing you met a gentleman in the bathroom who would have walked out and not said a word to you.
2007-01-25 07:47:03 · answer #10 · answered by Jeancommunicates 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
He is less aggravated than he is embarrassed. Make no mention of it to anyone at work and it will dissipate like a fart in a movie theater. Oh yeah, and hope he is not in his office right now on Yahoo Answers in the Etiquette section.
2007-01-25 09:39:16 · answer #11 · answered by Answer Flop 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋