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I got a promotion but have discovered I hate the new role. I much preferred my previous job within the company and regret moving up. Can I go back? Would that be crazy? As long as you are prepared to ...

Promotions are meant to reward growth but can instead feel like punishment. A Reddit manager describes being promoted after an acquisition only to lose autonomy, meaningful work, and community.

Promotions often feel like punishment, not progress, because they can strip away meaningful work, add immense pressure and isolation, and offer rewards that don't offset the costs. Leaders should ...

As American businesses seek innovative ways to cut costs in a tightening economy, employers may be enticed to promote employees but withhold a salary increase. This situation is known as a "dry ...