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You don’t want to play office politics? That’s like saying you’d rather be a pawn than a queen on a chess board. Those who ignore office politics – the reality of alliances, visibility and influence with or without authority –risk getting mauled or swept off the workplace chess board. If you’d like to play office politics effectively yet with integrity, follow these guidelines. Learn how things work Every organization has unique politics, born out of those who run things. If you want to survive and thrive in your organization’s politics, learn how things work. What results do the decision-makers value?…
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Who doesn’t love summer? Nothing beats taking time off to be close with your friends and family, but are you tired of taking the same trips? This summer why not try something a little more unusual? Check out our suggestions to help you change up your summer plans! Treat yourself to a star show Experience the vastness of the universe. A dark-sky preserve is an area that’s kept free of artificial light sources. That means they are a prime place to view stars and constellations while brushing up on your astronomy. Go with friends and camp for the weekend. You…
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Myth When I feel criticized, I react defensively and I can’t be objective. Truth I have the ability to discriminate, take what fits, and leave the rest. Many people don’t like confrontation, so telling you what you’re doing right is easier for them than explaining what you’re doing wrong. But if no one speaks honestly to you, how will you know what’s getting in the way of your moving up? Feedback tells us how we are really being perceived, so if we are not getting it, we need to ask for it. Although it may not be easy to hear,…
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We’re told to always stand our ground—but asserting ourselves can be hard. Once you start, speaking up gets easier, but it’s important to pick your issues. Here are some guidelines on when to speak up and when to hold back. Do—When your beliefs are compromised If you go against your core values, you won’t be happy. It may feel like you’re letting yourself and others down. If it’s an important principle, stick by it. Don’t—When it’s not important to you If you disagree with the way a project is being run, but are otherwise unaffected, don’t get into a fight…
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What you do in the few minutes before bed aren’t the only what help you get a rejuvenating night of sleep. There are things you can do throughout your whole day that will set you up to relax at bedtime and sleep soundly. You only experience the kind of stress that keeps you wound up at night when you face situations that feel out of your control. The more control you have, the less stressed you feel. Strive to control what you CAN in any situation. We can’t really “manage stress.” What we can do is “manage ourselves.” Here are…
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