How to Navigate the Workplace Politics Game

Not a game we want to play but at some point in your career you will likely get sucked in.  Sometimes it can feel like you're navigating a mine field but there are things we can do that are within our control.  Tips:  Know the players  Find out or try to determine true motivations  Stay away from gossip / rumors / etc.  Focus on the positive  Build and cultivate relationships  Voice your questions / concerns / business case with reasoning but we ok with nothing resulting from it  Ask yourself if you are contributing or fueling the fire  Tackle the biggest / hardest tasks / conversation first  Lead with the mindset to help and be of service  Hit and exceed goals  Leverage your expertise and knowledge Be genuine and sincere  Pick your battles  Be solutions oriented  Own up to your part  To support the show:  Paypal:  paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor:  https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together:  listentocareertalk.com  For the Google Survey:  https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect:  Instagram:  @stephdennis13  @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 You’re awesome!!  Go be your amazing self today!!!