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Have you ever had a coworker conveniently forget to mention a key detail of a task assigned to you? This perhaps got you in trouble, but you consider that this could have been an honest mistake. After you notice that this seems to be the case most of the time, you begin to suspect that this may be more than just a case of forgetfulness. You begin to feel like this is now a pattern. You could be a victim of what is known as workplace manipulation. Workplace manipulation occurs when a colleague or manager misrepresents information, subtly concealing their true intentions to wield control over others for personal gain. This can manifest as pitting teams against each other, manipulating emotions, or pressuring you into making hasty decisions. Nipping manipulation in the bud requires a combination of self-awareness, boundary-setting, and communication strategies.    Recognise Manipulative Patterns: Manipulative individuals know exactly whom to target. They often prey on more empa...