HR BESTIES HR Besties: Corporate Politics
Jun 19, 2024
Explore the labyrinth of corporate culture with humorous insights on cringe corporate speak, toxic leadership, and navigating corporate politics effectively. From pre-meeting strategies to promoting healthy workplace dynamics, learn how to handle challenges in the workplace with emotional intelligence and influence.
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First Day Coffee Task Anecdote
- Jamie shared her first day at a new job where the CHRO asked her to get coffee and forks despite her mid-level career status.
- Thankfully, a coworker guided her, leading to a lasting friendship beyond workplace challenges.
Use Humor To Set Boundaries
- On a first day, respond to unreasonable requests with light humor to defuse tension and clarify boundaries.
- Use humor to express discomfort without confrontation, preserving workplace relationships.
Corporate Politics Behind Meetings
- Corporate politics often involve strategic pre- and post-meetings to manage interpersonal dynamics over work content.
- Such politics usually arise to accommodate leadership sensitivities and old conflicts, hindering straightforward productivity.