How does comparison with colleagues affect trust and teamwork? Alena Prikhidko explores the psychology of envy and the shift from competition to collaboration.
August 20, 2026 · Davie / Miami, USA · Talk in English with simultaneous interpretation into Russian
On August 20, 2026, Alena Prikhidko, an associate professor at FIU and author of De-Villainizing Envy, gave a talk at the NSU Broward Center of Innovation in Davie. The Tech Flow community event was supported by Digital October.
The speaker examined how envy and social comparison shape team relationships, and what can turn rivalry into a source of growth. The talk was delivered in English with simultaneous interpretation into Russian, followed by networking.
Key questions
- How does envy differ from jealousy?
- When does comparison motivate people, and when does it undermine collaboration?
- How can acknowledging emotions, transparent rules and mentoring support a team?
Key takeaways
- The presentation distinguished two responses to envy: striving to improve and striving to hold another person back.
- The speaker proposed four steps: name the feeling, remove the stigma, identify the need and choose a constructive action.
- Approaches for teams included transparent recognition criteria and support for mentoring.
Venue
NSU Broward Center of Innovation, 3100 Ray Ferrero Jr Blvd, 5th Floor, Davie, FL 33314
Event time: 18:00–21:00 · EDT (UTC−4).
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