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10 Ways to Avoid Office Politics

How to Keep a Low Profile & Stay Out of Office Gutter Politics

10. Think Back to High School

In some respects, workplaces are a lot like high school. The same principles usually apply. People have cliques, and these factor into success -- but if you make a misstep, you may find your reputation easily tarnished. 

When you run into trouble with gossip and office politics, think about it from the perspective of an adult giving advice to a high school student. What would you say to your high school self?

 

  • Tara M. Clapper

    Tara M. Clapper is a self-employed freelance writer and online content expert living near Philadelphia. Her writing on finances, lifestyle, and entertainment has been featured on major online properties such as Lending Tree and Yahoo! … Read more...