Want to impress your boss? Praise your colleagues (and yourself)! Scientists claim 'dual promotion' is the key to seeming competent at work

In the tough world of work we all need to do a little self-promotion now and then. But there's a tough balance to be struck between making our accomplishments known without coming across as unlikeable. Now a study has found the answer: highlight your work-mates' achievements at the same time as you shine a light on your own. Researchers say this'dual promotion' tactic is the perfect way to make sure we are perceived as competent while still radiating'warmth'. 'We show that by simultaneously other-promoting - describing accomplishments and qualities of others - and self-promoting - describing one's own accomplishments and qualities - individuals can project both warmth and competence,' said the researchers.