1. Should Barry complain about his treatment by Raphael? To whom? If he did complain, what influence tactics should Barry use?

2. Do you think Barry should look for another job? Why or why not?

Company reorganizations often impose unexpected changes on employees. In this case the change seemed to have negative effects as a former colleague, albeit a bit more senior one, became the boss of his former co-worker. Even though on surface the relationship seemed positive, the background facts showed that the new boss was not only taking credit for the employees work, but seemed to undermine the employees future prospects with the higher-ups. The employee was left wondering what his future in the company would be and how could he continue working with a boss who apparently was willing to do anything to get ahead.