The Rules of Office Politics (The Rules of . . . series) by Rob Yeung

by Rob Yeung

With advice on confronting unavoidable political situations and vanquishing the efforts of Machiavellian coworkers, this manual provides resources for navigating the lying, cheating, manipulating, conniving, backstabbing, and schmoozing sea typical of office environments. Not merely for devious and manipulative workers looking to further their own careers, office politics is redefined as a tool that can be used effectively as a means to influence others in the workplace positively, so that managers, executives, consultants, and young professionals new to the workplace can learn to better themselves as well as the organizations for which they work.

Hardcover

First published January 1, 2007

About the author

PhD psychologist, consultant, conference speaker. Specialist in high achievement, leadership, careers, confidence and well-being.

Reviews

[Visakan · Rating 4 out of 5]

One of those books that helped me to understand the social side of life a little better. Even if you aren't interested in your own personal glory, it's important to study these things to avoid hurting people unnecessarily. Better to be an artist than a bungler. I re-read it from time to time.

[Lynn · Rating 4 out of 5]

This reads like a conversation. Very uptempo and exciting read, filled with distilled tips. Good to know!