I've been offered a promotion that requires me to manage a team I've been a part of for years, including close friends, meaning I'll have to make tough decisions affecting them. Do I take the promotion and navigate the new dynamics, or decline to protect existing relationships?

Alma Christiansen

Alma Christiansen

Accept, set boundaries11 votes (27%)
Decline, stay friends13 votes (32%)
Discuss with friends7 votes (17%)
Accept, transfer later10 votes (24%)

41 votes total • Created 1/30/2026

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I've been offered a promotion that requires me to manage a team I've been a part of for years, including close friends, meaning I'll have to make tough decisions affecting them. Do I take the promotion and navigate the new dynamics, or decline to protect existing relationships? | asQkme