Standing up for what's right even when it costs you

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Mar 41 min read

Got passed over for a promotion because I wouldn't go along with some shady accounting practices at work. My boss made it pretty clear that staying quiet would have gotten me ahead. My wife was upset at first about the money but then said she was proud of me. That meant more than any paycheck ever could. Our kids are watching how we handle ourselves. Can't teach them about honor and integrity if I'm not living it.

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BBen M.RegularMar 5

Shady accounting practices, yikes. Did you end up reporting it or just walking away?

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CChris P.RegularMar 5

That takes real guts. A lot of guys would just keep their head down and take the promotion. Respect to you for actually having principles when it costs something.

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JJoshuaNew DadMar 5

How are you doing with it though? That kind of thing can weigh on you even if you know you did the right thing.

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MManuelRegularMar 5

Your kids are gonna remember that you stood up for what's right. That's the real promotion right there.

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