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What should I do if I don’t want to be someone’s reference?
Like all awkward workplace conversations, a compassionate and direct approach is best. Welcome to Pressing Questions, Fast Company’s work-life advice column hosted by deputy editor Kathleen Davis.
Like all awkward workplace conversations, a compassionate and direct approach is best. Welcome to Pressing Questions, Fast Company’s work-life advice column hosted by deputy editor Kathleen Davis.
