Constantly praised but never promoted: how workplace ‘love-bombing’ became the new boss behaviour threatening our careers

Constantly praised but never promoted: how workplace ‘love-bombing’ is the new toxic boss behaviour threatening our careers

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Constantly praised but never promoted: how workplace ‘love-bombing’ became the new boss behaviour threatening our careers

By Amy Beecham

4 months ago

7 min read

Ghosting, breadcrumbing and now love-bombing: manipulative relationship behaviours are increasingly making their way into the workplace, impacting not just our professional confidence but our career prospects, too. From uncomfortably grand gestures to excessive flattery that leads nowhere, two experts explain the red flags to look out for – plus, what to do if it’s happening to you.  


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