3 things you should never tell your manager, from an HR professional

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I got laid off from Snap after 20 years in tech. I was shocked but quickly became excited.

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Lucas Frischmann has worked in tech for over 20 years.

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I'm a matchmaker for ultrawealthy men and charge up to $350K for my services. I give all my clients the same advice.

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Christiana Maxion says the best men often don't know how to sell themselves on dating apps.

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I inherited $250,000 from my grandmother and regret how I spent it. I wish I had overcome my fears around money sooner.

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I'm a therapist in Silicon Valley. My high-achieving clients refuse to do the one thing that will help them most.

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Nicholas Sanchez says he uses cognitive behavioral therapy and existential psycotherapy to treat the biggest symptoms of his high-achieving clients.

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I financially support my husband while he takes care of our house. Being a female breadwinner can be stressful, but it's my greatest achievement.

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Never seek or accept a counteroffer at work. The result could be ugly.

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Chris Williams, a former Microsoft VP of HR, said your company might feel like they've been held hostage if forced to make a counteroffer to keep you.

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I make $140,000 working in plumbing. The trades allow me to support my family in an expensive city.

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Joseph Ahrens is a plumbing superintendent.

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I left a job I loved for another that paid more, only to be fired 6 months later. I regret choosing money over work culture.

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Eric Carrell quit his job when he got a higher offer. Six months later, he was fired from the new role.

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I worked for Oprah for 3 years. Here's what she was like as a boss and what I learned from her.

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