CareerLying to Manager
#RI-69c915c3·6 months ago·
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“Told manager I had a doctor's appointment”
What Actually Happened
Told manager I had a doctor's appointment, was half asleep, and now feel guilty and anxious
What I wish I knew
"To be honest with my manager"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Be honest and communicate openly with your manager"
Regret Index
8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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Career Category
6,107
Career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.7/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
44%
of Career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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