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Frenemies at Work: The Hidden Threat You’re Ignoring
They smile, they compliment, they even laugh at your jokes—but something always feels off.
In this episode, Kwame Christian sits down with NYU psychology professor and best-selling author Tessa West to uncover the real danger of workplace frenemies. From subtle mixed signals to the science of stress, you’ll learn how these ambiguous relationships drain your confidence, distort your judgment, and quietly sabotage your career.
You’ll also discover:
– Why consistency matters more than kindness
– The behavioral cues that reveal discomfort and distrust
– How to collect real data on your workplace relationships
– What to do when a "nice" colleague is actually your biggest obstacle
If you've ever walked away from a conversation feeling confused, second-guessed your instincts, or felt tension with someone who's "never done anything wrong"—this episode is for you.
Connect with Tessa
Buy now the book: JOB THERAPY FINDING WORK THAT WORKS FOR YOU
Follow Tessa on LinkedIn
https://www.tessawestauthor.com/
Buy Now the book: JERKS AT WORK
Contact ANI
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company
Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn
negotiateanything.com
Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!
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By Kwame Christian Esq., M.A.
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They smile, they compliment, they even laugh at your jokes—but something always feels off.
In this episode, Kwame Christian sits down with NYU psychology professor and best-selling author Tessa West to uncover the real danger of workplace frenemies. From subtle mixed signals to the science of stress, you’ll learn how these ambiguous relationships drain your confidence, distort your judgment, and quietly sabotage your career.
You’ll also discover:
– Why consistency matters more than kindness
– The behavioral cues that reveal discomfort and distrust
– How to collect real data on your workplace relationships
– What to do when a "nice" colleague is actually your biggest obstacle
If you've ever walked away from a conversation feeling confused, second-guessed your instincts, or felt tension with someone who's "never done anything wrong"—this episode is for you.
Connect with Tessa
Buy now the book: JOB THERAPY FINDING WORK THAT WORKS FOR YOU
Follow Tessa on LinkedIn
https://www.tessawestauthor.com/
Buy Now the book: JERKS AT WORK
Contact ANI
Request A Customized Workshop For Your Company
Follow Kwame Christian on LinkedIn
negotiateanything.com
Click here to buy your copy of Finding Confidence in Conflict: How to Negotiate Anything and Live Your Best Life!
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