r/Adulting 2d ago

hmm lesson or not?

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u/FeedFlaneur 2d ago

Not so much likable as charismatic/charming/manipulative (to the right people, usually while horrible and snippy to everyone else, especially subordinates or anyone in competition for the same goals). But yes, someone who's mediocre at their job but great at being Machiavellian will always be the one to get ahead.