Office Politics vs. Quality Office.?

Question

I perceive office politicers often forge ahead of the truly skilled, professional, and knowledgeable employee. This is happening to my husband. He is BRILLIANT. The Politiker is a jug-head. My husband keeps his head low, mouth shut, and does his job, and does it well. He is just the guy that everyone likes, but he does not bring gifts to the boss; he does not BS around him - he gets the job done! He is not political, doesn't have an agenda; and believes in always doing more than expected. Unfortunately, he has experienced promotion passes over past 5 yrs, and he is terribly upset. I know the person who forged ahead of him, and this guy is a freaking politicer (or is it politiker?) from hell. This guy has a BA in English from a crazy po-dunk school in Alabama (no offense folks from that area, but....???); my husband has BS and Masters from top 10 University. Other great things, but can somene explain why politics always wins over quality?

By the way, I know there are some folks who are brilliant and great at politics - perhaps that is the ultimate combination, but what is it about "some bosses" who buy into that BS crap from employees and then PROMOTES them? I think the politicker will eventually "railroad" anyone to get ahead - my husband... has honor, shows respect, and he treats people right.

To the 1st poster - Your answer is excellent! It will not let me select BA yet, but I just want to let you know that you are so right. My husband is just the steady-eddie type. He fades in the background, and he is so quiet. He really is going to have to make it known if he wants change. I want what he wants so no pressure from me; i"m just tired of seeing him so bummed!

Answer 1

Personality is a big part of any job and the issue may be is that your husband, while expressing himself in a positive and likeable manner, does not do enough to sell himself, or display that he has the ability to handle the next job up the ladder.

Is his wife and possibly his peers, the only people who know that a) he is upset about being passed over and b) that he wants to be promoted?

I wouldn't write off everyone being promoted as being political - unfortunately most bosses aren't good people managers and certainly not good talent scouts- in other words does he let his boss know what a good employee he is. and that he has all the skills and experience to take on the next big role.

My gut tells me that if your husband walked in and quit over this tomorrow- their honest reaction would be "Whoa- we didn't even realize that you wanted that job"

Kissing but is selling yourself out- but advertising your own contributions and potential is not

Answer 2

Your husband has integrity you can't find that in any book.
He has your love and the admiration of his friends you can't buy that either.
Your husband more than likely has a type B personality he is not ever going to steam roll in his job. He will be a steady worker and just do his very best.
Now my guy is a type A he only will take so much for so long. Recently after 3 years his boss was transferred to another division and that relieved a lot of stress for him. However his company doesn't recognize anyone for outstanding performances everyone gets "3s" on their performance reports that way nobody's feelings are hurt.. go figure!
If your man really wants a promotion he won't get it where he is maybe he can consider another job somewhere else? Not all boss's enjoy the simpering that some political types pull on them. If he found a new job then he could tell his boss that he didn't feel appreciated there or he would stay. Then you will see if they offer him a raise to keep him if he is that good!

Answer 3

Well that can be summed up in just a few short BOOKS! Might I make a suggestion? Understanding and acknowledging the facts are equally valuable. Acceptance is the key to happiness, not compromising your morals and values to gain status. Stay positive and good things will materialize.

Answer 4

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