In the moment, it’s easy to rationalise a decision that feels wrong. A lucrative project that puts you in direct competition with a close partner, or a side hustle that undermines your primary business, might seem harmless at first. But conflicts of interest rarely remain hidden. The damage to your reputation - and the trust others place in you - can take years to repair.
Instead of thinking, “I can’t afford to let this go,” consider what it might cost you to hold on. Walking away from an opportunity today could open the door to something bigger and better tomorrow.
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