2. Think that because youâre in
a medical role you wonât
encounter of ce politics?
Think again, says Elaine Ford.
I
n every company, whether you are
politics will sooner or later raise its
pursuit of power and techniques include
back-stabbing, taking credit for your
work, discrediting you, excluding you,
character assassination and triggering
con ict between yourself and others. So
how to survive in such a climate? Well,
the more interested you are in power,
the more political youâre likely to be. But
others donât enjoy o ce politics and nd
it di cult to deal with. If you fall into this
category, read on.
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Itâs easier said than done, of course, what the important people think and, environment is to manage your boss
but far from impossible. It normally takes additionally, that they are aware of your better than he or she manages you.
two to tango as they say: if someone is beliefs in return. Get into the habit of regular informal
being underhand, the right response is As for gossip, there are two types: the communication, particularly if you only
to behave with fairness and openness. periodically meet face-to-face. It keeps
Treat everyone the same way, so that you him or her abreast of whatâs going
actively demonstrate there is no âsideâ the second is a good old ânatterâ with
to you. And, once the politicians realise your friends about whatâs happening hand information to pass onwards and
this, they will get the message and stop generally in the company. When youâre upwards. It also helps identify potential
trying to manipulate you onto their side problems before they escalate. Your
of the fence. boss has a job to do too and youâre a key
We would be saints if we didnât admit to component.
Use your radar a little idle gossip and, indeed, I would Despite what you might believe,
go so far as to suggest that it is a healthy most managers do feel a real sense of
o ce past-time and could protect you against responsibility for the people who work
The more everyone shares the same malicious tactics. A good grapevine can for them. Treating your boss as a fellow
help warn you of political moves in the human being makes their life and yours
play politics with it. In other words, it a good deal easier, especially when the
When you work for someone else, sharks are circling for the kill. Asking for
âspinâ against you. Make sure you know one of the secrets to controlling your advice makes your manager feel good
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