"A friend I've known since our school days works in the same organization I do. We're in different departments, but we had similar jobs when I started six years ago. During that time, I've had two big promotions, and she has stayed where she is. Her work is well received, and she always gets positive reviews, so she's frustrated she hasn't been promoted."
"Maintaining our friendship is more important to me than helping her at the office. How much of this, if any, do I share with her? -- FAITHFUL FRIEND IN OHIO DEAR FRIEND: You should share all of your thoughts with your friend, because they are pertinent and honest. After that, she should speak privately with her boss and ask why she hasn't been able to advance in the company."
A long-time colleague remains stuck in her position despite positive reviews while a peer received two promotions over six years. The colleague's informal presentation, casual dress, visible personal calls, and flexible offsite work set her apart in an old-school workplace where image matters. Only a small portion of the job is client-facing, but appearance and behavior are noticed and influence advancement. The friend prefers preserving the personal relationship over office intervention. The advice is to share honest observations with the colleague and to recommend that she ask her supervisor privately why she has not advanced.
Read at The Berkshire Eagle
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