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I've worked with my firm for many years, have built up a strong relationships with colleagues and have progressed in my career. I enjoy my job enormously and it has become a large part of my identity. Last year I was involved in a serious accident and since then have been on long term sick leave from work. I miss work and my 'normal' life enormously. I am not sure when I will return to work.
My close friend (from university) has just advised me that she is applying for a position at my firm that I would have applied for had I still been at work. Over the years I've discussed work issues with my friend and I know I will find it difficult to hear hear her talk about work and networking with colleagues I have become close to. It is a small - medium sized firm and everyone knows everyone. Generally, I prefer to keep work and personal life separate and can't help feeling uncomfortable about her application.
She has been very supportive of me after the accident and I feel conflicted in having these negative feelings about her application.
There is no shortage of work in our field (I.T) and I can't help asking my she has applied here. The position she is applying for would not represent a promotion or pay increase for her but would be good for her career.
I know she does not owe me anything and her first commitment is to herself but I still feel miffed.
Some perspective please.
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Alltheprettysheep · 20/02/2016 14:15
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NeedAScarfForMyGiraffe ·
20/02/2016 15:26
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