Qualified Nepotism

When you actually deserve the job, but you only get a foot in the door because you know someone. Basically merit… with a shortcut.

She didn’t just get the promotion because of her uncle—her skills were top-notch, it was pure qualified nepotism

by CoperateCrusher August 18, 2025

Hidden Nepotism

-A member or connection being hidden and/or unknown unless explained, possibly due to not sharing a last name, changing it to sway away from being brought up as a relation, or being possibly more known than their family or godparents.

"Coco Jones is related to an NFL player..? That's some hidden nepotism!"

by ND1299338 October 21, 2025