Office politics

Author: Chen Qianxun
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Publish Date: 2005-05-01
Features: Office politics is the competition in office relationships, a manifestation of ability and wisdom, and a war without gunfire. In short, it is about mastering the art of navigating forward and backward, a strategy that advocates "do no harm but be cautious." The office is a small society, not as simple as schools and families. Those who strive to survive in the office rarely feel the ease and leisure of being human. The workplace is indeed filled with worldly pretense and the allure of promotion, but it is also riddled with interpersonal intrigue, the hardships of climbing the ladder, and the pitfalls of competition. By understanding office politics, you will stand out in the competition and firmly secure your place. This book explains how people at different levels in the office can appropriately handle workplace relationships, fully leverage their competitive advantages on this political stage, seize opportunities for advancement, and grasp the patterns that lead to career success. The author combines subtle issues in today's workplace, draws on the strategies of high-level office players from China and abroad, conducts in-depth analysis, and systematically elaborates on the "art of leveraging" in the workplace, helping you rise to prominence and effortlessly become a master of office "political games."