I've never participated in office politics at any of my previous jobs. I just work hard and stayed professional. However, since being in the workforce I've noticed a lot of people who do participate in office politics receive promotions and raises. While, the hard working and dedicated co workers are over looked.
2007-11-12 03:37:19 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
You are absolutely right! I was the one who got the raises and all the perks because I was "in".
In retrospect, I wish I had stayed out of it. Yes...I got the money but not the respect of my peers.
So I would not get involved in office politics! Be a professional. Someone will appreciate that trait in you.
2007-11-12 06:03:44 · answer #1 · answered by Rocky 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes and no. Depending on the situation. Sometimes I'm dragged into the middle of the mess and it's time to defend yourself. I work very hard and have generally done well at every job I've ever done. If someone is doing harm to the team and I'm not happy, generally I will say something. If you are unhappy and have justification, by all means let your supervisors know. Sometimes, they won't do anything, therefore if you make it a bigger issue within the office they are forced to deal with it. I find those that don't get involved and are "quiet" get overlooked. You have to fight to get ahead...if it means being more vocal, that is what it takes. Aggressive people always get ahead. Quiet people don't. It's just a fact.
2007-11-12 04:34:23 · answer #2 · answered by daff73 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Its a very sad, but very true part of the work force.
I've been in the same industry for 12 years. I've worked for 3 different major companies in that time.
Keeping out of the drama is almost impossible- even if YOU keep your nose clean, others will bring you into it.
It stinks.
Best advise, do your work and never give them a reason to say something mean. Always be kind and polite, do everything you're asked to do, socialize when you can out side of the office - this will help people remmeber you're there!- but be assertive when you're ready for a raise.
2007-11-12 03:56:37 · answer #3 · answered by kerrisonr 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
welcome to corporate america, where it's who you blow over what you know that gets you raises and promos. i try to stay out of office politics but i haven't survived 30 years in corporate america by NOT learning how to play ( and play nasty). i guess one of the keys it not to be too high profile, be #2 and let #1 take the flack . when you do a good job, don't be afraid to toot your own horn (always expect someone to try to ride on your coat tails) and when your are wrong, admit it but always expect to be blamed for everything else that goes wrong. only accept blame for YOUR actions. I've learned that a quiet word on the right person's ear is just as powerful as beating a drum. like in X-files, I "trust no one" but there are people who you can let your guard down to. another thing to remember is MOTIVES, if someone is acting a certain way , always try to figure out what he/she has to hide, gain or prove. Good luck, you'll need it!
2007-11-12 03:59:39 · answer #4 · answered by oldguy 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Find a new place to work! You deserve better than getting involved in that petty crap. Focus on your work, do the best you can and to he** with the other BS
2007-11-12 03:42:43 · answer #5 · answered by sky64 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
...either jump on the bandwagon so you won't get left behind, or change jobs to a more professionaly run orgainzation.
The manager who allows this to happen needs to go....
2007-11-12 08:18:53 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mmm hmm. You gotta bring yourself to their attention, or you get overlooked.
2007-11-12 03:41:58 · answer #7 · answered by kiwi 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋