4 How to Deal with a Jealous Manager
by Ruchi Sinha
Comparing ourselves to others is a central part of the human experience. You can see it in almost every stage of life: a toddler who wants a new toy because their buddy got one; a teen searching for the best photo app so their Instagram pictures measure up to those of their friends; or an adult grateful to have spent the lockdown in their apartment with a balcony and great views while their peer was stuck in a windowless studio.
At work, too, comparisons are commonplace. Sometimes we’re envious of a colleague’s great presentation or jealous that someone else got picked to work on that high-profile project. Sometimes we face jealousy in response to our own successes as well.
But what if ...
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