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Dilemmas of that nature are tricky at the best of times...

... and there's also a lesson or two to be gained from the experience:

1) Doing what is right, however unpleasant, is the right thing to do!
2) However insignificant any "fiddle" may seem, it is the wrong thing to do!
3) No matter how thorough a person's cover-up may be, some trace will remain!
4) Playing it straight and playing it humble does work out best!
5) Having stated that the situation is "none of your business", live up to the statement and DO NOT ask any further questions.
6) What will be a good indication of what your boss thinks of you is if HE initiates further discussion around what actions were taken!

This might sound very cynical but is a lesson I learned in my first month in sales:

"Always tell the truth and make sure that people recognise this in you, so that, when you have to lie, people will automatically believe you!"

This is not as cynical as it may sound as there are lies and there are lies - and not all lies are equal.

White lies (usually lies of omission) are often demanded in business/commerce as the whole unvarnished truth - particularly if taken out of context - can do untold damage.

The trick is to have the judgement to determine:

a) What constitutes a necessary white lie
b) What circumstances demand a white lie
c) The relative implications of the truth versus a white lie
d) When (ie: timing) to use a white lie (typically not as an answer)
e) If it is absolutely essential (effectively a re-visit of c. above)
f) When in doubt, tell the truth...

By way of example, a very plain but favourite aunt asks you if you think she's beautiful... Truth or white lie?

In this context, a white lie can be viewed as a form of social lubricant as it keeps the society functioning smoothly...

Well done with the dilemma, old son!

DevillEars


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