Ever had a colleague who seems helpful, friendly, even supportive — but somehow keeps ending up with your ideas, your credit, and your spotlight?

Meet the Friendly Assassin: the master of relational sabotage hiding behind a smile.

In this gripping episode of Career Pivot Accelerator, I take you inside the true-to-life story of Joanne — a no-nonsense finance pro who finds herself repeatedly outshined by Pippa, the team charmer with a hidden agenda. We break down how manipulation often hides behind likability, why office politics aren’t always loud, and what it takes to protect your work, your worth, and your sanity.

This month’s theme is “Become a Data Detective,” and this case will sharpen your instincts and show you the career clues to watch for when sabotage comes disguised as support.

🎯 If you’ve ever walked away from a meeting feeling invisible while someone else cashed in on your effort — this episode is for you.

🎁 Don’t forget to grab the Trigger Decoder Cheat Sheet to help you spot manipulation early and protect your influence at work. [Link)