Chapter Seven
Charlotte’s Interview
This is based on a true story told me by a Romanian friend who knew, but wasn’t, the subject of this scenario.
It describes an interview that was undertaken some time ago when notions of overt ‘egalitarianism’ were not even considered, let alone, in-vogue.
So, to protect the innocent; let’s call this lady ‘Charlotte’.
Charlotte turned up, one day, at a prestigious company in her home town in Eastern Europe. On entering, she announced herself thus: “Good morning; my name is Charlotte. I’ve been invited to attend for Interview. My Application is for the Role of Assistant Manager.”
Nothing like being direct, huh?
‘Hmmm’, thought the Manager; ‘I’d like to have you!’ but, what he actually said, was; “Oh, yes! Good morning; I’m expecting you. Come in, p
