Office Politics

Jinju Thomas 046Lakshmi Kishore 058Lalima Arora 059Mohit Jain 067 Palak hasija - 075Dealing with office politics

POLITICS ARE REAL & UNAVOIDABLE ! Politics is necessary evil & often its just plain evil. Unfortunately, its also how things get done.POLITICSNot all politics are bad.Expect politics in all situations.Realize this reality.It is a part of human interaction.

OFFICE POLITICSBad Office politics = Self-promotion over the greater goodUgly Office politics = Destructive behavior that benefits no one Good Office politics = Building Positive Relationships Workplace politics, sometimes referred to as office politics or organizational politics is "the use of one's individual or assigned power within an employing organization for the purpose of obtaining advantages beyond one's legitimate authority. Office politics has also been described as "simply how power gets worked out on a practical, day-to-day basis.

Office Politics Scarcity of resourcesCompetitive work environmentSubjective performance standardsEmotional insecurityUnclear job definitions Causes OF Office PoliticsWhat causes politics in an organisation?The basic reason for politics in an organisation is the scarcity of resources which leads to competition amongst employees for optimum utilisation of resources. Employees are subjected to periodical performance evaluations which brings out their need to compete and outperform each other. Emotional insecurity is a major factor influencing politics in an organisation. Many a times individual roles and job descriptions are not well defined which also brings about politics in the organization.6The Corporate Scene..

Thank God I found these four. At least someone will come up with an idea that will make me look good. This would make the job easier for me..

Finally my work is done! So much hard work and so many sleepless nights ..!! Anyhow I have managed to finish it on time. Hope this pays off!

The new kid seems to be over enthusiastic. Im sure she would have done it by now. Let me go and check what shes up to.

Thats really nice of you. I was actually hoping that someone goes through it before I give it to the Boss for final approval..

Hows the work going? Do you need some help before it goes to the Boss? I know what she expects. Maybe I can help you..

Im sure Palak will somehow get all the details from Lalima and include it in her report. Her report is going to be selected for sure. Maybe I can talk to Palak and request her to add me also in her team

Im sure youd have done a good job. Ill have a look at it and get back to you soon..Maam this is the final idea I have come up with . I have put in a lot of effort. Hope you approve of it..

Lalima has put in all the efforts and the Boss should be made aware of this. Ill go meet her tomorrow and make sure Lalima gets the credit due to her.

Roles played :

Lakshmi as the Corporate SharkLalima as the Lamb for SlaughterPalak as the ClimberJinju as the SurvivorMohit as the Straight Arrow.

Corporate SharkClimberSurvivorStraight arrowLamb for Slaughterpolitical TypesTends to use others to enhance own careerPower hungry, ruthless and deviousUnhesitant to take advantage of situations for own benefitCorporate SharkShrewd politicianBelieves in politics to meet every endNot as ruthless as the corporate shark but plays the political game well

Climber

Moderate politicianPractices some office politics and is aware of the political climate existent in the officeBelieves in survival to the end

SurvivorNot perceived as an office politicianMay neglect cultivating key people for career enhancementHonesty is the best policyStraight ArrowDoes not believe in office politicsEasily eaten by the sharksTaken advantage of by the other political typesLamb for SlaughterHow to Deal with Office PoliticsEmployee AEmployee BPower Balance:Rare chance of politics, improves the decision making quality

Power Imbalance:Decision made in favor of one employee reason for office politicsHow to Deal with Office PoliticsIncreasing IndispensabilityIncreasingNon substitutabilityIncreasingCentrally

How to Deal with Office PoliticsAssociating with powerful ManagersBuilding and Managing CoalitionInfluencing the Decision MakingControlling the agendaBringing an outside ExpertShine at meetingsCompliment influential peopleTalk Big, Think outside the boxAppear cool under pressureDisplay good corporate mannersLearn new skills and sell themBe a team playerWinning Strategies: Rising Above it AllPolitics are a part of human interaction- you can set the tone by:Not participating in gossipTelling the truthChecking out praises and criticism

2. Help design/define clear job roles and compatible teamsHabits of Politically Savvy People3. Expose the dirty tricks used by the sharks

4. Dont allow anyone to get something on you that can be used later

5. Make emotional deposits with the people you work withHabits of politically savvy people 6. Be known as a producer and not as a politician

7. Lift others up with you and forgive failuresHabits of politically savvy peopleSURVIVAL TIPS

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