There’s someone on your team who seems to do no wrong in your boss’s eyes. She gets all the choice assignments, goes to any conference she wants, and is given other special perks, too. What’s the best way to handle not being the boss’s favorite? Should you speak up and demand equal treatment? Or should you try to emulate her so you can get in your boss’s good graces?
What to Do When Your Boss Has a Favorite (and It’s Not You)
You have options.
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