Remember, though—never threaten. Even in a situation where what you’re saying is a threat, couch it as “just business.” If you take a gig in another department or accept another job offer, don’t throw it in anyone’s face or delight in it. If anything, present it in such a way that a boss or compatriot is left in the end agreeing that you’re making a great move. You’re not vanquishing foes and you’re not settling debts—you’re playing the game well, simply creating advantages for yourself.
