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When Brooks started outperforming everyone on his team, he thought his career was about to take off. Instead, his manager Jordan felt threatened, blocked his promotion, and even asked him to train his own replacement. Sound familiar?
From blocking promotions to playing favorites, we explore why being too good at your job can backfire. How do you handle a boss who sees your talent as a threat? And is there a way to shine without becoming a target?
Hosts:
Matt Sunbulli
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunbulli/
https://www.threads.net/@mattsunbulli
https://www.firstdraft.vc
Aaron Calafato
Listen to Aaron's 7 Minute Stories
Before you start a podcast, talk to Aaron!
Leah Ova
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Editorial:
Matt Sunbulli
Brooks Borden
Conor Bezane
Aaron Calafato
Senior Audio Engineer:
Ken Wendt
Research:
Zaid Safe
Matt Sunbulli
Aaron Calafato
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When Brooks started outperforming everyone on his team, he thought his career was about to take off. Instead, his manager Jordan felt threatened, blocked his promotion, and even asked him to train his own replacement. Sound familiar?
From blocking promotions to playing favorites, we explore why being too good at your job can backfire. How do you handle a boss who sees your talent as a threat? And is there a way to shine without becoming a target?
Hosts:
Matt Sunbulli
https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunbulli/
https://www.threads.net/@mattsunbulli
https://www.firstdraft.vc
Aaron Calafato
Listen to Aaron's 7 Minute Stories
Before you start a podcast, talk to Aaron!
Leah Ova
Follow Leah on TikTok
Editorial:
Matt Sunbulli
Brooks Borden
Conor Bezane
Aaron Calafato
Senior Audio Engineer:
Ken Wendt
Research:
Zaid Safe
Matt Sunbulli
Aaron Calafato

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