Dear Annie: Co-worker’s subtle slights put a strain on their friendship
By Annie Lane
Published on April 10, 2026.
A coworker, "Lila," has become increasingly competitive over the past year, withholding information on shared projects, not copying me on emails, and presenting one of my ideas in a meeting without mentioning my name. The tension between the two has led to a decrease in their friendship. Don't stew on these issues, instead address them once, calmly and directly. Instead, adjust your behavior and avoid being an easy target.
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