“Like our new regional director?” someone asked.
“Exactly.”
His tone shifted into unmistakable self-assurance.
“Between us, I expect my promotion will be announced pretty soon.”
“That’s optimistic, Bradley,” a woman replied.
“Optimistic? I’ve practically been running this place already.”
“Nobody’s even met the new director yet.”
“Doesn’t matter. I know how to handle people in charge.”
I lifted an eyebrow. Did he, indeed?
“First impressions are everything,” Bradley continued. “You walk in, shake hands, show some confidence. That’s how you get ahead.”
“And what if the new director doesn’t like you?” someone teased.
He laughed confidently.
“Please. What’s not to like?”
I had several answers, though I decided to keep every one of them to myself for another few minutes.
“I guarantee I’ll have this person eating out of my hand before lunch,” he added.
