Frenemies praise you publicly, then slyly question your skills in private. That’s manipulation dressed as flattery.
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They offer help, but it’s strategic—designed to outshine or one-up you. Watch their true intentions.
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A smirk when you mess up, or overly cheerful advice after you’re embarrassed? Classic frenemy behavior.
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Chameleons in meetings—super sweet around higher-ups, cold or snarky when no one else is looking.
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They ask personal questions, then twist your words to damage your reputation. It's weaponized bonding.
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From ideas to style, they mimic you, then pitch it like it was all them. Shady.
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If they talk about others to you, they talk about you to others. Major red flag.
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