Why is my coworker friendly with me after I told our manager he wasn't training me?
What is this problem?
This careers question came up in 1 Reddit thread between Oct 21, 2026 and Oct 22, 2026, in r/careerguidance. It has appeared in the daily top list on 2 different days, peaking at #218. The thread centres on: after, coworker, friendly, manager, told, training. That repetition is the signal — many people are hitting the same wall, so it's worth understanding before you post your own version.
How often does it come up?
| Date | Daily rank |
|---|---|
| Oct 21, 2026 | #218 |
| Oct 22, 2026 | #520 |
Where is it being discussed?
What's a sensible first step?
General careers checklist (not specific advice for this thread):
- Clarify the real constraint: money, skills, network, burnout, or a specific person.
- Document your achievements with numbers - they fuel raises, resumes and interviews.
- Talk to three people already doing the role you want; ask what they'd do in your position.
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