Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Possible Solution

In my last post, I talked about the offer I received from someone I used to work with. He needs a date this Friday and he's willing to pay me to go along. I still haven't given him an answer. I figured I would think on it for one more night.

I think I might go but tell him that he doesn't have to pay me. My thinking here is that him knowing that I'm not "being paid" to be there will remove any ideas that he may have about receiving "extra" services. And I just really don't feel comfortable taking money from him for something like this.

I also think it could be good for my career to get a chance to meet some of the people he'll be mingling with. I'm nowhere near their levels, but it couldn't hurt to network a little.

My biggest concern over the whole situation is that people might make assumptions about me based on the fact that I associate with him at all. He really is such a tool. But he's also very good at what he does. And that's all that most people seem to care about.
From the twisted mind of at 9:33 PM
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3 comments:

  1. I think you're probably safest to not accept the money. If he really is such an ass, he will expect more than arm candy for his remuneration. I vote go (for free) mingle, network and use this "date" as a great opportunity. And if he really acts out or embarrasses you, say very loudly at the party "we're going to have to renegotiate my fee if you're going to continue to be such an asshole tonight."

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  2. Definitely don't take any money. When people meet you and talk to you, they will probably realize that you two aren't a couple. Networking is very important so if it's a good opportunity, go. Give him some ground rules, though.

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