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[quote=Anonymous]I think you need firmer, more professional boundaries. What is your reaction when this happens? If you do not like or welcome this behavior, you need to set that boundary firmly. Immediately react, every time, by looking them directly in the eyes & stating your boundary. “John, that is inappropriate. Please don’t touch me/ask me out/comment on my body/etc again.” If they protest, if they say it was an accident or joke, say fair enough. Then this is your warning that I do not like these jokes or comments, & the next one will be reported to HR, no hesitation. Now let’s get back to xyz…

I’ve been around a long time. Current corporate climate is very different from 20 or 30 years ago. Most corpations have pretty aggressive sexual harassment policies & training - saying out loud that you do not want this contact/comment/etc is a loud & clear warning to anyone who has had to watch a sexual harassment video. If it happens a second time,  an email goes to them & to HR.

Look, people can & will try all kinds of bs - it’s your job to set boundaries so they know that doesn’t fly with you. 
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