[quote=zk]

While never approaching a woman regarding sex in this scenario might be a wise policy, should it really be required? Is there a way to approach a woman in that situation without putting her in a position that you shouldn’t put her in? I mean, even if you say, “yes, I’m Matt Lauer. I can make or break your career. But I won’t. A “no” from you won’t be a problem for you.” Even if you say something like that, there’s a chance they’ll feel pressured anyway.[/quote]

I didn’t catch all of this before. I sort of question your premise, as most companies have a policy such as this: https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/tools-and-samples/policies/pages/cms_006713.aspx

Also – “there’s a chance”? I can guarantee that person would feel pressured. To analogize – your boss comes up to you and asks to borrow $10,000 at a reasonable interest rate and also says it’s ok to say no. HA.

If you are saying that it’s a shame that life’s not fair – I agree.