S2E20 Unmasking Office Politics
"Navigating office politics effectively can open doors to opportunities and pave the way to leadership roles."
Welcome to another insightful episode of Her Leadership Coach, where we discuss a topic that is highly relevant yet rarely discussed openly – office politics. Your host, Rochelle, provides valuable insights into this complex world and helps you navigate it with authenticity, strategy, and even a touch of fun.
In this episode we cover:
1. Understanding Office Politics: Rochelle starts off by defining office politics as the dynamics, power structures, and relationships that influence decision-making within an organization. She emphasizes that it's not inherently negative but a natural part of human interaction, and the way we navigate it can make all the difference. Rochelle shares strategies to handle office politics effectively, including understanding your colleagues, practicing empathy, communicating effectively, building credibility and trust, collaborating to build alliances, and leveraging your unique strengths.
2. Office Politics during Organizational Change: Organizational changes often shift office politics dynamics, presenting opportunities for those who can skillfully navigate the changing landscape. Rochelle talks about staying informed, demonstrating flexibility, communicating effectively, and seizing new opportunities to enhance your political standing during these periods.
3. Office Politics in the Realm of Remote Work: With the rise of remote work, office politics dynamics have shifted. While the core principles remain the same, there are unique challenges and opportunities in this environment. Rochelle discusses the importance of clear communication, demonstrating visibility and accountability, building relationships virtually, and respecting work-life boundaries in the context of remote work.
4. Resilience in Office Politics: Resilience plays a key role in dealing with office politics. Rochelle ends the episode by reminding listeners that office politics should be seen as a game, where you win some and lose some. The most important thing is not to take it personally, but to learn from each experience and bounce back stronger.
Resources:
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Accelerate Your Leadership Academy
Other episodes you'll enjoy:
S2E9 Breakthrough Limiting Beliefs and Empower Your Actions
S1E23 Having fun at work: Why, how, and what to watch out for
S1E9 Managing Up: The Key to Getting Ahead
Connect with me:
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rochelle-marie-hlw/
Website: www.herleadershipway.com
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