While going out with your boss after work to discuss job-related issues may seem innocent, you could set tongues wagging in the office. Gossip can damage your professional image and may even lead to disastrous results such as losing the respect of your co-workers. Try to maintain a professional relationship with your boss by requesting to reduce the number of after work meetings. If you really can’t avoid them, suggest holding the meetings in the office, especially if it is just the two of you.

If you’ve tried everything, then be frank with your boss. Tell him politely that it doesn’t seem professional to keep meeting after work. If he’s genuine about keeping it strictly business, he’ll get the message right away.