Some coworkers lack tact and take advantage of the good nature of others. If your coworker mooches off you, you may not realize you have been taken advantage of until you sense a pattern developing. For instance, they may habitually borrow, with no evident intention of repaying. In a restaurant, they may run up the tab, knowing that you will split the bill.

You may not want to confront this type of colleague for fear you will make enemies at work or look like you are pinching pennies. On the other hand, you know you should put a stop to the imposition and do not want to grow resentful.

Maybe Sarah thinks I’m wealthy........

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