Which action would you take?
You helped build a project proposal, but your name is left off the final presentation. The project lead says there was not enough space and tells you not to make it a big deal.
The situation
You helped build a project proposal, but your name is left off the final presentation. The project lead says there was not enough space and tells you not to make it a big deal.
Recommended Response
A. Ask the project lead to update the credit or acknowledge your contribution in writing.
This is specific, proportionate, and creates a record without assuming bad intent immediately.
Context matters. This is a recommendation for the situation described, not a rule for every interaction.
Explore every response
A. Ask the project lead to update the credit or acknowledge your contribution in writing. (Recommended)
This is specific, proportionate, and creates a record without assuming bad intent immediately.
B. Let it go because asking for credit looks needy.
Credit affects reputation and opportunities. Avoiding it can make your contribution invisible.
C. Refuse to help on any future project.
That may become necessary if the pattern continues, but it is a strong step for a first incident.
D. Send the original drafts to senior leaders with an angry complaint.
Evidence matters, but anger and broad escalation can make the issue harder to resolve.
E. Ask a teammate whether they also noticed the missing credit.
This can help you check your perception before acting, especially if the situation is unclear.
Why is A the recommended response?
Understanding this situation
A direct, specific request gives the lead a chance to correct the record before stronger escalation is needed.
Another reasonable perspective
Checking with a teammate can be reasonable if you are unsure whether the omission was accidental.
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