The truth is that most of us hate office politics, and we would avoid them altogether if we could.
Whether you work for a small, tightly knit company or a global, widely dispersed organization, you will likely encounter bullies, gossips, cranky bosses and a whole host of puzzling co-workers. No matter your response, one thing is sure: office politics are part of the workplace landscape. What is the first thing you think of when you hear the phrase "office politics"? Does it conjure visions of positive influence and skilled conflict resolution or images of difficult employees and toxic relationships? Read on for insights on how to deal with bullies, people who take credit for others’ work, disengaged employees, and people with hidden agendas. The following provides guidelines on how to identify the critical types of negative office behaviors as well as the tools to minimize their adverse effects on attitude and productivity. Whatever "type" you are struggling with at the office, there are steps you can take to stay above the fray and remain focused on doing your best work. Through my executive coaching work, I have identified universal themes that come up again and again. I think we all struggle at some point with aspects of office politics. Have you ever struggled to manage a cranky boss or gossipy colleague? Ever find yourself frustrated by office rivalries or triggered by the office bully?
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