Question

Chapter 12 in your eText focuses on political skill and the change manager. While ‘being political’ is often a term of criticism, being viewed as ‘politically skillful’ is often a compliment. What are some specific ways you can be political in your workplace or a previous or future place of employment that would help you become a successful change manager? Give specific examples to support your thoughts.

Answer 1

ANSWER: Generally, when we experiece a good poltics it makes us to proceed further to work for team's interest in a good manner. Also being alert to the bad politics around you can also help you to gain your goals in a positive way and also maintain your conentration on good people around you which will help you to grow more faster. Below listed are the some of the suggestions which helps to be succesfull:

--> CAREFULLY UNDERSTAND THE INFORMAL NETWORK: It is very essential to understand this and start noticing where the actual relations connect for an example, friendship, respect. This will help you to possess positive influence.

--> TO BUILD CONNECTIONS: Always in friendly manner with each and everyone but try to be more close to just one or two groups at a time, that's enough.

--> ENHANCE YOUR PEOPLE SKILLS: Kindly be a people's person because strong interpersonal skills makes you to stand or stay strong enough in good terms and connections when it comes to building and maintaining your network.

--> BE BRAVE BUT NOT NAIVE: It's better to be aware of the gossips of the manipulators and enemies around you. Be polite with everyone but protect yourself as there is a chance that they repeat what you speak with a negative tone. Try to undertand their goals and never react.

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