Keeping the Peace: When You & a Co-Worker Want the Same Promotion

Discovering that you and your work colleague are competing for the same promotion can be awkward. You really want that promotion – but you also don’t want to sabotage the good working relationship you share with your colleague. Some people might quietly sit out the situation, try to bad-mouth the competitor or create a scene when the promotion goes to the other person. Lynze Wardle Lenio, writing for the career guidance website The Muse, recommends staying professional and provides three useful tips on how to react more appropriately. If you find yourself trapped in a similar dilemma, getAbstract believes her level-headed advice will come in handy.