"Identifying and Addressing Damaging Behaviors for Career Success"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox Business
Humblebragging, a behavior where individuals try to appear modest while boasting about their achievements, is likely to backfire in the workplace. It comes across as insincere and insecure, making colleagues irritated and less sympathetic. Experts advise against humblebragging, as it can hinder career advancement and opportunities. Instead, they recommend being straightforward and genuine when sharing achievements, without trying to sound humble. If faced with a habitual humblebragger, one can address the behavior by calmly pointing it out and asking if they are aware of it.