Summary. There is a thin line separating influence from manipulation. And while the differencemay be nuanced, it’s in your best interest to understand these subtleties from the early stages of your careers.
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Consider this scenario: You recently joined a new organization. One day, after attending a brainstorm meeting with a few senior colleagues, you receive an email from your boss, asking you to come to their office. The conversation begins:
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