Types of office politicians
1. The One With Ego
This person reckons that s/he is always right. S/he has the habit of not letting others have their say. S/he talks a lot about motivation and teamwork, but when it actually comes to walking the talk, they take a completely different turn. Also, these folks tend to be nice to those who always agree with them and flatter their ego.
2. The Bully
These folks are always on the go to use their authority and power to get their work done by others. They even tend to play the power game to get their personal work done.
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Most of us working professionals have experienced or seen in our offices. We all have that one colleague or boss who has made it really tough for us to survive in our workplaces. And the most frustrating fact about it is that you can’t escape it — it’s everywhere!
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