Hate office politics and want no part of it? That may not be such a smart idea according to a recent article on CNN.com. Many experts argue that playing the office politics game can actually be crucial to your career success.
The article, by Rachel Zupek, explains nine great tips to help you win at office politics while gaining other’s respect. Among them, you’ll learn how to:
- Observe how things get done in your organization.
- Profile powerful individuals.
- Determine strategic initiatives in the company.
- Develop a personal track record as someone who gets results.
- Toot your own horn.
- Treat everyone with respect.
- Not align too strongly with one group.
- Communicate persuasively.
- Be true to yourself.
Even if you hate office politics (like I do), you should check out this enlightening article. It could open your eyes to how power and influence are managed in your company.
You can do it!
Lisa Quast
Career Woman, Inc. - "Your Future, Your Way"
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