UPWARD-COMMUNICATION5 MIN READ
When Two Priorities Collide
Ask for a priority tradeoff when your boss adds work that conflicts with an existing commitment.
At 2:15 p.m., Priya gets a Slack from her boss: "Can you add churn by segment for Friday?" The board update is also due Friday, and both jobs need the same analyst. Saying yes creates hidden failure; saying no creates friction.
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