Veronica: I’m finishing up for the day. Do you want to walk out together?
Bogdan: Yeah, that would be great, if you don’t mind waiting until I’ve finished sending this email. I’m letting Tom know that I got another account. That makes four new customers this week.
Veronica: Congratulations, but isn’t that rubbing Tom’s nose in it ?
Bogdan: Don’t worry about Tom. He’s been getting new clients left and right . For the past six months, he’s been gloating about his big commissions . I’m just turning the tables , that’s all.
Veronica: Tom doesn’t seem like the type to be smug about his successes.
Bogdan: He doesn’t flaunt it, but he lets people know in subtle ways. Don’t worry. I’m goingto put him in his place .
Veronica: This is just too much testosterone for me. Why don’t you guys just go outside,duke it out , and get it over with.
Bogdan: What would be the fun in that? This is just a little friendly rivalry . Nobody takes it seriously.
Veronica: If you say so . I know not to get in the way when there are big egos involved.
Bogdan: You just don’t understand guys.
Veronica: You got that right.