It's wrong to sleep with your subordinates.
Susan asks John, who manages the office that Susan works at, out on a date right in front of the whole office.
John wants to respond to Susan's offer.
John tells Susan that he doesn't think it's such a great idea for them to see each other on a personal level.
John tells Susan that he's always found her attractive and that he'd love to take her out and maybe more.
The other office workers gain respect for John and feel secure knowing that they have a good and professional boss.
The other office workers are suddenly scared that Susan will jump ahead in status at work to their detriment.