One Monday, Garcia summoned her to his office and told her he'd heard rumors that some employees disliked his management style. "Frankly, Monica," he added, "there's no room in my firm for employees who don't accept my style or the company policies, so I have to ask you if what I've heard is true." He then pointed to a microphone and showed Monica how he recorded all the conversations that took place in his office. All conversations held in Monica's office were to be secretly recorded as well. Mr. Garcia gave Monica a week to install the device, noting that failure to comply with his request would be interpreted as insubordination and result in dismissal.
Monica had a real dilemma. On the one hand, she liked her job and knew how hard it would be to find a comparable one. On the other hand, she was appalled by the owner request and the ultimatum that accompanied it. Monica needed guidance and direction. "What shall I do?" she asked Professor Soler.