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#RI-6ae17531·3 months ago·
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“walk away from being indispensable”

Manager admitted I'm indispensable, trapping me in role

What I wish I knew
"Being competent can stall career"
If I could tell you one thing
"Don't be the office savior"
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Significant downsides.
Complicated feelings about the outcome.
SettledMixedSevere

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