It can be awkward when a work friend is promoted to be your manager, but it is possible to navigate it in such a way that your relationship remains intact.

"How you handle [leadership changes] will define not just your relationship with your new manager, but also your own professional growth. Approach it with maturity, adaptability and respect," says executive coach Anja van Beek. She advises:..

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