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#RI-6a6b09f8·9 months ago·
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Lookback: A few years

“Took credit for coworker's idea”

I presented my coworker's idea as my own during a meeting and got praised for it.

What I wish I knew
"To be honest and give credit where it's due"
If I could tell you one thing
"Be honest and give credit to others for their work"
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The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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