How do I stop colleagues from taking credit for my work?
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I recently joined a new company. Two colleagues went through training with me and we were all assigned the same task by our manager.
The problem is I am the only one actually doing the work. I am researching, solving issues, finding new things and handling everything on my own. Meanwhile they spend time outside, chatting on calls and not contributing much.
But when it is time to update the manager, they come to me asking for my progress and then present it as their own work.
I don't want to be rude or start unnecessary conflict because we work together daily. But I also cannot keep letting this happen.
How do I handle this in a way that protects my work, gets me proper credit and keeps things professional without direct confrontation?
Has anyone dealt with something similar? What worked for you?