I've been offered a promotion at work that comes with a significant pay raise, but it requires me to manage a team that includes my current closest friend, and I know they also applied for the same position and were rejected. How do I accept the promotion without jeopardizing our friendship or making them feel resentful?

Richard Jenkins

Richard Jenkins

Accept, be professional6 votes (25%)
Decline, avoid conflict9 votes (38%)
Talk to friend first3 votes (13%)
Suggest joint leadership6 votes (25%)

24 votes total • Created 1/4/2026

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