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About

The term “workplace politics” has become nearly synonymous with negative, sometimes abusive, selfish, corrupt, and harmful power moves. But politics come in many forms; there are also positive, honest politics that can help you become a better leader when used appropriately.

The good news is you don’t have to sacrifice your values and morals to be successful at work politics!

With Millennials becoming 60% of the workforce in the next decade, they are in a great position to make a critical impact. Psychologists Mira Brancu and Jennifer P. Wisdom join forces in this new Millennials Guide focused on conquering the nebulous world of workplace politics in order to make that critical impact.

This book is a practical guide that offers:

  • Advice on navigating both informal and formal politics in any context

  • Descriptions to help you identify a variety of harmful political behaviors

  • Strategies for both proactive and reactive methods - and knowing when to use each

  • Knowing when to let go and leave due to an untenable situation

 

Who Would Most Benefit from reading this book?

Based on feedback from our current readers, this book is great for:

  • Leaders who want a simple pragmatic book to help the employees they are mentoring,

  • Coaches and consultants who want to help their clients with workplace politics,

  • A new leader,

  • Someone just starting out in a new job at a new organization,

  • Any experienced technical expert navigating new complex organizational politics,

  • People at any age who missed out on this much-needed mentorship (we get feedback from people who have been working for 20+ years say, “Boy I wish I had this book earlier in my career!”)

  • As a gift for any who would appreciate a clear, straight-forward, practical book on managing workplace politics!

 

Why I wrote this book

Here’s a 4-min video of why I wrote this book based on two very different professional experiences and what I want for others.

What people saying

“This is an incredibly actionable and valuable guide. I envision it being widely highlighted and ear-marked. In fact, I’ve already used the concepts and strategies in my work coaching corporate leaders navigating tough decisions and political cultures. I’m excited to buy copies for myself and my clients and colleagues!
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— Stefanie Mockler, PhD, Leadership Coach & Founder of The Female Leader’s Edge
“This book is an incredible resource whether you are just getting started in your career or are looking to take it to the next level. Drs. Mira Brancu and Jennifer Wisdom offer a comprehensive overview of the wide range of politics you will encounter throughout your career and provide sage advice for how to navigate and thrive in complex, real-world situations.”
— Kate Scott, MS, MBA, Organizational Development & Workplace Strategy Expert

Looking for more support with navigating workplace politics?

Check out the programs we offer here. Every once in a while we also offer an author-facilitated book club with embedded group coaching!