Don’t expect to find true friends at work; they usually don’t exist. Instead, you may encounter two-faced individuals who act like enemies.

Who wants to be a scapegoat? All the blame is placed on him, even though he has worked well, but is not considered.

I certainly don’t want to.

Someone who is in the position of a scapegoat must have experienced tough and stressful days. No matter how loud he shouts, the people around him do not respond positively.

In the workplace, unhealthy competition often occurs. Coworkers may undermine one another due to ambitious motives or claim credit for others’ work as their own success, which is unfortunately common.

Don’t expect to find true friends at work; they usually don’t exist. Instead, you may encounter two-faced individuals who act like enemies.

Maybe that expression is too harsh, but it is to remind you that office friendships are fake. Don’t bring friendship in the office into your personal space. It can reveal your weaknesses in front of people whose sincerity has not been tested.

In an unfair situation, there are several steps to deal with it.

1. Stay calm and professional.
2. Gather evidence to support your argument.
3. Communicate your concerns to your boss or coworkers.
4. Seek support from coworkers or mentors who can help you deal with the situation.
5. If circumstances worsen, you may file a formal complaint or seek assistance from a third party.

In addition, you need to increase your authority so that you are not always the victim or scapegoat.

How? Strengthen your integrity as someone honest, transparent, and consistent. People with this character will naturally attract followers who can become your defenders.

Communicate any issues by clearly presenting your accomplishment and supporting evidence, as outlined in your job description. Firmly assert that you should not be held responsible for tasks outside your duties. Remember, you are not expected to handle everything perfectly or possess supernatural abilities.

Face conflict calmly and courageously. This will build itself if you have done the task correctly according to the direction of your superior and coordinated with colleagues. Keep learning to improve the right way to communicate and make past mistakes as a medium for self-improvement.