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Are Your Colleagues Hiding Your Visibility?

Are Your Colleagues Hiding Your Visibility?

Many professionals face a frustrating challenge: colleagues who overshadow their contributions or take all the credit for team efforts. Here are some common scenarios and practical ways to address them

How it works

Signs Your Visibility is Being Hidden

01
Colleagues take credit for your work in meetings or presentation.
02
You’re excluded from critical emails or communications with clients and management
03
You’re rarely given a chance to speak or contribute during meetings.
04
Important tasks are assigned directly to them, leaving you sidelined.

What You Can Do

Speak Up, Politely

If you’re not given a chance to speak in meetings, raise your hand and say something like: “I’d like to share a quick update on [task/project].” This shows initiative and reminds the team of your contributions.

If you’re not copied on emails, bring this up with your manager: “I noticed I’m not looped into certain communications. It’s making it harder for me to contribute fully. Can we ensure better alignment?” Highlight the risk of knowledge gaps if your colleague goes on vacation or leaves the team.

Encourage your team to document processes and tasks. This ensures that information isn’t siloed with one person and fosters collaboration

Don’t wait for tasks to come to you—volunteer for responsibilities, share updates proactively, and take ownership of your contributions

Regularly update your manager on your work, either in one-on-one meetings or through status reports. This ensures your efforts are visible, regardless of what happens within the team.

When to Escalate

If the situation persists despite your efforts, discuss it formally with your manager. Be constructive: focus on how addressing these issues will improve the team’s performance and efficiency, rather than framing it as a personal complaint.

💡 Remember: Your growth depends on your visibility. By speaking up, documenting, and staying proactive, you can ensure your contributions are recognized, even in challenging environments.

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