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career developmentNavigating Office Politics
#RI-69ba6fc0·3 months ago·
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Lookback: 9 months after job start

Seeking salary increase through building software

Built software behind boss's back, hoping for promotion or bonus

What I wish I knew
"Understand corporate politics and rules before taking action"
If I could tell you one thing
"Communicate openly with management and follow company policies"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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