Overview
You are not the first person to have problems at work, although you could be the first person to be going to these lengths to avoid dealing with them. Sticking your head in the sand will not stop that coworker from stealing credit that is due you, get your boss to stop micromanaging you, or supply you with the support staff you need. You have to speak up to the people in power to make things start changing. Keep your expectations reasonable, but don't take no for an answer!
