Check out this quiz from Fortune Magazine. It is based on a recent book by Kathleen Kelley Reardon, PhD The Secret Handshake: Mastering the Politics of the Inner Circle (Currency/Doubleday, $14.95).
We've begun with the premise that being competent -- or aware -- of one's abilities is important for the success of one's career or business. This book and the survey point to another important factor -- an awareness of the internal politics of one's organization. Navigating your way through an organization, building relationships and alliances while maintaining one's expertise and integrity, can sometimes be challenging.
How often have you witnessed people get derailed for not being aware of how "things are done" in an organization?
I'm curious to hear your thoughts and ideas.
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