I've been offered a promotion that requires me to manage my former mentor, who I know is struggling with their performance. How do I navigate this ethically and professionally?

Volelyub Meleshchenko

Volelyub Meleshchenko

Accept, manage fairly15 votes (36%)
Decline, avoid awkwardness15 votes (36%)
Discuss with mentor6 votes (14%)
Seek HR guidance6 votes (14%)

42 votes total • Created 2/5/2026

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