How to deal with a client

[Michie]

Please none of those flames. I am really at a loss.

In my office today, and I notice a man walking towards our door. First thing I noticed was he was wearing lipstick, then noticed his skirt. No, it was not a kilt. It was a skirt. I literally had to run to my bathroom because I could not contain my giggles. I even called my secretary on my cell phone several times to see if he had left

A previous client of mine, who has sent many other clients my way, gave him my name. My secretary set up an appointment for me to appraise his home tommorrow. I don't know what to do. Everytime I think about it I get the giggles. HELP!

 

[hugsquared]

Sorry, no helpful advice, but my jaw was on the floor. Can't wait to hear how you handle this.

 

[cynsaun]

Just think of how hairy his legs must be under the skirt.

But, seriously, I'm sure you will be able to keep it together long enough to get through his house.

On the bright side, I think I may know where your lipliner went.

 

[Michie]

Just think of how hairy his legs must be under the skirt.

But, seriously, I'm sure you will be able to keep it together long enough to get through his house.

On the bright side, I think I may know where your lipliner went.

No, he was not wearing any lipliner because his lipstick was feathering He was wearing hose And yes he was a man. His name is Richard XXXXX

 

[Kermit]

That would make me giggle, too.

I'd come up with a funny joke or story. Then the first time you start to giggle, you can say, "I've been thinking about _______ all day, and it's just giving me the giggles." He may see right through you, but at least you'll have put forth an effort.

 

[DawnCt1]

Suggestion: I would not ask him where he buys his clothes or who does his nails. It might be awkward

 

[Michie]

That would make me giggle, too.

I'd come up with a funny joke or story. Then the first time you start to giggle, you can say, "I've been thinking about _______ all day, and it's just giving me the giggles." He may see right through you, but at least you'll have put forth an effort.

I don'think I can even muster that. I ws laughing so hard I was hypervenalting.

 

[Honu]

There are a lot of cross dressers/transexuals around here and it's always a little shocking at first.

The way I qualm my reaction is to consider the pain and riducule they endure every day. I have a lot of compassion for anyone that different and is made to feel bad about that.

 

[cynsaun]

You know, I worked at JCPenney when I was in high school in the jewelry department. I once had a man walk in looking for a watch for his wife. He asked that I just measure the watch to his wrists because they had the same size. Ok, so I sell him the watch, and think nothing more of it.

Lo and behold, he returns a few days later donning a really bad wig, lipstick, a dress, a handbag, and the watch.

I couldn't tell you what he was looking for, since all I could do was concentrate on not looking at any of my coworkers.

I haven't thought about that in years!

 

[mamajoan]

There are a lot of cross dressers/transexuals around here and it's always a little shocking at first.

The way I qualm my reaction is to consider the pain and riducule they endure every day. I have a lot of compassion for anyone that different and is made to feel bad about that.

Honu... you said that all in such a way that was really nice and it made me think. You are correct.. it IS shocking to see a cross dresser at first. It is odd in most areas. I shall take your post to heart as it is a very important thing to remember... to be kind is always a good thing.
joan

 

[Michie]

You think it would be okay to tell him I am not use to a man in a dress?

 

[Honu]

You think it would be okay to tell him I am not use to a man in a dress?

I wouldn't. You wouldn't tell a man wearing an ugly toupee that you're giggling because you're not used to that. He knows that most people don't understand. I think you'll be fine once you are face to face and it's possible that he may not be dressed up. Remember, he is just a person.

 

[tiggersmom2]

I gotta tell ya....as an RDH and RN, I have seen it all. I keep it all in perspective by reminding myself...these people are paying my salary. Yeah, I may go home and have a good laugh with DH but I would never let them know.

 

[Michie]

Well I leave in 2 hours to meet with this..client. If anybody would like to switch places with me, pm me. Please.

 

[DoeWDW]

Just keep thinking about the person underneath. I know he may look different on the outside, but we all laugh, cry, feel sad and happy. He is more like you than you know, even if the "packaging" is a bit different.

 

[HappyMommy2]

Just keep thinking about the person underneath. I know he may look different on the outside, but we all laugh, cry, feel sad and happy. He is more like you than you know, even if the "packaging" is a bit different.

ITA. I know you can keep it together; just focus on doing your job in a professional manner, and then when the day is over you can go laugh privately if you need to, where it won't hurt anyone's feelings.

 

[jrydberg]

Honestly, I'd take the opposite approach... that is, focus on your job, not on the person in front of you. But hey, whatever works.

 

[Michie]

Wee I am glad the rest of you have confidence in me, because I sure don't. TAking deep breaths and not listening to the jokes from my agents...

 

[bananiem]

I agree with Honu. Some transexuals just don't make very pretty women, but in all honesty some women aren't all that pretty. I'm not trying to be mean, just make a point.
A former employee of mine had a husband that went through with the gender switching operation and became a woman. It was awful to watch what happened to their kids and homelife. After watching that I have more compassion for them. I don't understand it, but I try to be compassionate.

 

[Michie]

Well...I am leaving. Maybe for good. HAte to sound like a real moron. But I had never seen a crossdresser until yesterday. And I can't stop giggiling. I know that sounds immature, but I can't help it. Taking deeep breaths, taking deeep breaths...