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SeaWeedSkis t1_jaaw1ax wrote

IMO, there's not much point in bringing it up. The damage has already been done. This person has proven themselves untrustworthy and you should avoid sharing future ideas with them directly before ensuring you have claimed credit for the ideas with those who matter.

By bringing it up with them you will let them know that you picked up on what they did, which will put them on their guard and potentially make them see you as an adversary to watch. If you don't bring it up then they will see you as oblivious, which may make them less guarded. Better to leave them underestimating you.

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kellogg888 OP t1_jaawpto wrote

Interesting. I was initially worried that not bringing it up could signal that I am willing to accept that behaviour.

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plaid-blazer t1_jabl5vj wrote

I think it depends on the person and the culture in your workplace. In my workplace I think you get rewarded more for advocating for yourself and making yourself seem more powerful and respected, than by letting people underestimate you.

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