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#RI-6a7559e6·5 months ago·
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Admitted being redundant

Told VP she has nothing to do, hoping for WFH; now at risk for cuts

What I wish I knew
"Don't admit redundancy if not necessary"
If I could tell you one thing
"Keep up appearances, don't be too honest"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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