office politics

plural noun

often disapproving

: the activities, attitudes, or behaviors that are used to get or keep power or an advantage within a business or company

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In my experience, the best way to navigate office politics is by building genuine relationships. —

Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 This can happen because of office politics, personal biases, or any number of other reasons. —

Dr. Ella F. Washington, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024 The Voice became many things to me: a place of drudgery and triumph and endless office politics, a writing school, a talent pool, my crucible and passport. —

Andrew Cockburn, Harper's Magazine, 22 Aug. 2024 Managing office politics is an ongoing process that requires self-awareness, strategic thinking and a commitment to professionalism. —

Stephen Nalley, Rolling Stone, 10 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for office politics

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