Avoid those who speak sweetly in front but sabotage your work behind your back
పరోక్షే కార్యహంతారం ప్రత్యక్షే ప్రియవాదినం
Sanskrit
Parokṣe kāryahantāraṁ pratyakṣe priyavādinaṁ
Transliteration
Parokshe kaaryahantaaram pratyakshe priyavaadinam
Meaning
Telugu
ముందు తీపిగా మాట్లాడి వెనుక పని చెడగొట్టే వారిని దూరంగా ఉంచాలి.
English
Avoid those who speak sweetly in front but sabotage your work behind your back.
Modern Context
In corporate settings, identify and address passive-aggressive behavior early. Trust actions, not words.
💡Key Takeaway
Judge people by their actions when you are not watching, not their words when you are.