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How to Deal With Office Politics


If you are employed in an office you have probably experienced Office Politics. Office Politics can be uncomfortable or downright stressful depending on the magnitude and involvement of the individuals. Hopefully nepotism is not a factor, because this makes for the most uncomfortable of all Office Politics.

There are a few tips that may be useful in overcoming Office Politics and even stop you from pulling out your annoying coworker's hair.

Make sure you are not involved in water cooler gossip and that you steer clear of the office gossip. You know that individual who always has some dirt on someone in the office. Never pass along second-hand office grapevine gossip. To become involved in office gossip is dangerous and usually leads to hurt feelings or even termination, depending on the severity of the situation.

If Office Politics is causing you stress, and has become unbearable, speak with your Supervisor and let him or her know you are uncomfortable with the situation. However, if the discomfort is caused by the bosses' nephew, you may want to rethink the approach or seek new employment. Always let quitting be your last resort.

You may want to spend less time in the break room. Take lunch in your car or outside in the park.

Know when you need to seek new employment. But never leave without having done all you can to remain in your present position. You may even consider taking a short leave or sabbatical if your company offers this benefit.

If you are too stressed and feel that the office environment is unbearable you may want to seek Therapy or the advice of a good Counselor before actually quitting or resigning your position, or even seek a new department or position within the company.

If there appears to be no solution to your problem and you do not feel the need to seek a new position, department or company, then you should take the direct approach and speak with the individual that is causing your discomfort. Remember tact is everything and the tone sets the music.

If your boss has a superior, then it may be time to go over the head of you immediate Supervisor and speak with his or her boss. This approach is probably the best if the individual causing your discomfort is a relative of your immediate Supervisor, and nepotism is at the root of your problem.

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