Femsy and Mansy are still sharing the office together. The working relationship has stabilized over time. Lately, however, Mansy starts to make sexually tinted comments to Femsy and is touching her when she is passing.  Femsy reports the incident to Boss.

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A great leader:

• Takes notice of her feelings during interactions with others and responds to them rather than ignore feelings of discomfort;
• Sets and communicates clear boundaries of what is and is not acceptable behavior to her colleagues;
• Confronts colleagues who act disrespectfully towards others;
• Acts with integrity and regard at all times to her colleagues;
• Is a role model to others.

How to best handle the situation:

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