“We couldn’t do this without you.” “You’re our rock star.” “Don’t ever even think about leaving, okay?”
If you’ve ever heard one or more of these from your boss, you probably felt pretty good. Being seen as indispensable at work can make you feel important and significant, and give you a (perhaps misguided) sense of job security.
While being indispensable at work might feel like a boon, it can actually be a burden that limits your abilities, autonomy and career. Here’s what may be at risk when you’re the "rock star."
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