— At college, one of my double majors was Political Science. At the time, I remember thinking that I’d always be able to hold my own in a conversation if I had a basic understanding of politics. I still feel that way, but I no longer want to talk about politics (unless it’s about office…
About Vicky Oliver
Negotiating Office Politics – Keep Your Friends Close and Your Enemies Closer
— Workplace politics are unavoidable. Even in the most cohesive companies, undercurrents of manipulation can be found because staff and team members vie to gain favor with superiors or the recognized power brokers. Just as in government politics, workplace politics span the ethical spectrum from valuable coalition building to malicious backstabbing. Good politics includes finding…