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How do you deal with sabotaging colleagues?
- If you suspect a colleague is trying to sink your career, here’s what you’ll want to do:
- Don’t assume bad intentions. “
- Be alert.
- Confide in a co-worker.
- Take notes.
- Confront the culprit.
- Don’t sabotage the saboteur.
- Take it to your manager or HR.
What would you do if a co worker is acting unethical?
It’s important to assess the situation and figure out the best course of action.
- Take Stock of your Behavior.
- Analyze the Situation.
- Document your Observation.
- Always Assume the Best.
- Seek Advice from a Mentor.
- Gently Intervene if Possible.
- Talk to your Coworker.
- Bow Out of the Situation.
Is sabotaging a company Illegal?
If you deliberately sabotage your employer’s business, you could end up in jail or ruin your chances of ever being employed again. The vandalism caused more than $110,000 in damage, according to federal prosecutors, and the former employee now faces 10 months in prison or more.
Are managers sabotaging coworkers?
Even worse, the research shows managers are 2X more likely to sabotage a coworker than a regular employee is. And that’s in a good economy. FYI – Just wait until the impending market correction hits. In my 15+ years as a career coach for Work It Daily, I have heard hundreds of stories of career sabotage.
Is your boss sabotaging you at work?
Your boss lets you know there’s been “anonymous feedback” about your performance. Any time you are told there’s been negative feedback about you, but the person doesn’t want to tell you themselves, there’s a good chance you are being sabotaged. Coworkers who care about you as a professional will find the tactful way to share their concerns.
How do you win against sabotage?
Today, collaboration is key and your network is your net worth. You can’t win against sabotage without allies. More importantly, trying to round some up when you are in the throws of the sabotage is too little, too late.