This book may be simplistic for insiders and old hands, but it is a great primer for those of us who are trying to tread water ...  Read More

This book may be simplistic for insiders and old hands, but it is a great primer for those of us who are trying to tread water with the sharks.  Read Less

The author's suggestions are backed by extensive research and real life examples, with the key takeaway being that career succe...  Read More

The author's suggestions are backed by extensive research and real life examples, with the key takeaway being that career success has less to do with performance and more with effectively handling institutional politics.  Read Less

This book will teach you how to swim with the sharks in the cess pool.

This book will teach you how to swim with the sharks in the cess pool.  Read Less

This is perfect for anyone who has been recently promoted,aspires to be, or is frustrated with the games people.

This is perfect for anyone who has been recently promoted,aspires to be, or is frustrated with the games people.  Read Less

However, starting within a strong power base likely also entails stronger competition.

However, starting within a strong power base likely also entails stronger competition.  Read Less

For anyone involved in organizations or other political situations where there is competition for resources and rewards, this b...  Read More

For anyone involved in organizations or other political situations where there is competition for resources and rewards, this book is very useful to understand how those who are competitors are likely to behave and act.  Read Less

And while it is true that many view (at least some of the time) these competitions though the lens of ethics, others do not.

And while it is true that many view (at least some of the time) these competitions though the lens of ethics, others do not.  Read Less

Instead, start in an area/department where it is growing quickly but is not yet at its peak; that way, you won't face a lot of ...  Read More

Instead, start in an area/department where it is growing quickly but is not yet at its peak; that way, you won't face a lot of competition, so your path to power will be relatively smoother.  Read Less