"I Did All The Work But Colleague Took All The Credit, What Should I Do?": Expert Advises

• A woman shared how her colleague mysteriously vanished for two months without notice, and she stepped in to cover his duties
• Despite her sacrifice, the same coworker reportedly snitched on her to their boss and made false claims that she was out drinking
• The frustrated woman expressed her anger and disappointment, questioning whether to curse the man, but chose to let karma handle it

Anonymous wrote:

"Have you ever been so enraged by someone that you considered cursing them severely? I’m currently in that state, but I don’t want to. For nearly two months, my coworker has been missing, acting like Jack Ma of the company where we work. This guy has never taken a leave of absence or asked for permission, and he’s playing kalongolongo with the way people are looking for work. But the worst part is that I have been covering for him during the entire two months he’s been absent, doing all the projects in our docket by myself, and he’s still been getting recognition for our excellent work. I asked him to cover for me last Friday because I had an appointment on Thursday. On Friday at around 10am, my boss came to the office looking for me, and this guy tells him I didn’t show up because I went kulewa on Thursday night – which is a complete lie. Now he’s not only thrown me under the bus, but he’s also damaged my reputation. I don’t know what’s going to happen during our meeting today with the boss."

Wendy Wanjiru is a certified career coach, workplace wellness consultant and founder of Mindful Careers KE. She’s also a keynote speaker on workplace mental health and productivity.

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Expert advice

Wendy advised the lady to take a step back and breathe before confronting the situation with anger.

“Anger is valid, especially when it stems from betrayal. But before taking any action, collect yourself emotionally. Rage can drive you to make decisions that you’ll later regret. Think long-term – your dignity and professional image are worth more than revenge,” she told TUKO.co.ke.

She also emphasised the importance of documenting what happened:

“Keep records of the work you’ve done over the past two months. Emails, project files, client feedback – any form of proof that shows your contribution. It will help your case during the meeting and protect you if things escalate,” she noted.

Adding:

“Do not stoop to his level. Instead, speak to your boss calmly, and present your side of the story with facts. Let them see your professionalism even under pressure.”

Wendy urged the young woman to think about her future and focus on her growth:

“Regardless of the outcome of the meeting, this is a sign to set boundaries at work. Learn to say no when you’re being taken advantage of. You deserve a workplace where your efforts are acknowledged, not one where betrayal thrives. Keep rising above the drama.”

Disclaimer: Advice given in this article is general and is not intended to influence readers' decisions regarding workplace matters. Always seek professional guidance based on your unique situation.

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Woman struggles to support family

in an earlier article reported that a woman earning less than KSh 30,000 recently sent KSh 7,000 to her parent and an additional KSh 1,500 to assist her sister.

Despite her financial sacrifices, she was met with harsh words and curses instead of appreciation.

The 31-year-old shared her struggles in balancing city life, saving for rent and a deposit, managing daily expenses, and still trying to support her family financially.

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