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- Chris Williams is the former VP of HR at Microsoft.
- He writes about the mistakes people often make in their careers.
- Williams advises against asking for a raise, staying after a PIP, and other career-jeopardizing mistakes.
Chris Williams is the former VP of HR at Microsoft. In his more than 40 years in business and leadership, he's seen employees and leaders make the same ill-advised decisions, regardless of seniority.
Here are four career mistakes he says to avoid:
Mistake 1: Threatening to quit the company
Out of frustration, many employees issue an ultimatum and threaten to leave the company in an attempt to get a higher salary or a better role.