The Annoying, Go-Getting Colleague: Beat Her or Emulate Her?

Anonymous Managers Clash in Highly Matrixed Organization #

Three senior managers in a highly matrixed organization are experiencing tension due to differing approaches to visibility and recognition. While Managers 1 and 2 prefer to focus on their job responsibilities, Manager 3 actively seeks out additional projects and creates opportunities to brand them as her own. Managers 1 and 2 believe Manager 3’s tactics are aimed at overshadowing their accomplishments and hindering their chances of promotion. The anonymous managers seek advice on how to handle this situation and maintain their professional growth.