For example workplace harrasment by women towards males like touching or groping being ignored because the victim is male but if it where to happen to a woman by a male the male would be fired

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    24 days ago

    That is an intretresting view.

    I understand, and respect the sentiment. However, in a co-worker dynamic, it makes sense everyone pays for what they order. I think they would feel guilty if you were buying them lunch. If my co-worker payed for my lunch, I’d want to buy for them next time. Putting a bunch of colleagues in an “I owe you” situation (intentional or not) probably isn’t the best idea.

    I think you could offer to cover tip for the table and be within reason.

    If they were making more money than yourself, would you expect them to cover part of your bill? I think most men would say no, you pay for what you eat.

    For a birthday or something, go ahead and push it a little more, but don’t refuse when they return the favor (assuming they are decent people).

    The fact they want to split the check is a big step from the steryotype of women expecting the man to cover the bill. You’re not their wallet, and if they treat you like it, run.

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      24 days ago

      it makes sense everyone pays for what they order

      In my experience, the only time a single person will cover most of or all of the bill is when they are celebrating something, like getting a promotion or moving to a new team.

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      24 days ago

      Thanks very much for the good advice. I think I will pay the tip in addition to my portion going forward. That should even the score.

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        24 days ago

        No problem

        If they insist of covering their tip; you can sleep knowing you tried, and they can sleep knowing they can pay for their own food.