Tag: office politics

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Understanding the Landscape: A Personal Perspective on Office Politics

Reading Time: 2 minutes Throughout my career, spanning various roles and interacting with international clients, I’ve consistently observed that office politics is a universal phenomenon, prevalent in every organization, from prestigious CMMI level five companies to buzzing startups. This ubiquitous element of professional life, often viewed negatively, actually holds a complex psychological underpinning that merits a deeper understanding. The […]

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Mind Games in the Workplace: Survival Strategies

Reading Time: 2 minutes In our previous article, “Understanding and Preventing Emotional Abuse,” we explored the subtle signs of emotional manipulation in personal relationships and how to shield ourselves from such toxic behaviours. If you missed that discussion, you can catch up here. Today, we dive into the shadowy corridors of the corporate world where mind games aren’t just […]

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When the Paycheck Stops Growing: A Closer Look at Salary Stalemates

Reading Time: 4 minutes As we approach the often-anticipated, sometimes-dreaded season of appraisals, it’s essential to approach the subject with a balanced perspective, acknowledging the wide spectrum of outcomes that employees might face. In the intricate dance of performance reviews and salary adjustments, there are myriad factors at play, many of which extend beyond the direct control of both […]

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