Office politics... What do you think about them?

Have you ever been caught up between nasty office politics?
In some weird cases it is believed that office politics can be considered important.
I simply believe that it is considered important only because it encourages people to go to work.
I mean, if there is some juicy gossip, rumors, and scandals about someone, people are going to 
make sure they do not miss a day of work just so they can see what happens and hear about who did what.

Jane Mcgrath believes that it is simply because of the distribution of power and appearance of fairness in the workplace, that reflects how satisfied employees are with their jobs. Believing you and your opinions makes a difference and may make you happier in your career and in your life.



Tips to avoid office politics


Leave at peace with others

• Try to get along with everyone

Do not talk out of school

• If someone told you something in confidence then keep it to yourself, do not try to create problems by repeating it to someone else 

Be helpful

• Is someone struggling to build an Excel Macro? Does someone need a ride in the direction you live? Try to be helpful to your co-workers

Stay away from gossip

• Because nothing good comes out of it.

Be a straight arrow

• Do what you promised to do (Keep your promises)
• Admit to your mistakes