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applying political skills
in the workplace
Putting it all together
application
Apply the 4 key attributes
of Political Skill
Case Study:
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James recently hired an accountant, Jenny, to join their business team during the peak of the season.
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1. Click on the video to see what happened.
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Could you identify the four attributes of Political Skill which Jenny did not demonstrate?
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What were the possible actions of Political Skill which Jenny could have applied?
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2. Click on the button to the Multiple Choice Questionnaire of this Case Study.
Reflection Time
"Political skill is defined as the ability to effectively understand others at work, and to use such knowledge to influence others to act in ways that enhance one's personal and/or organizational objectives."
​~ Ferris et al (2005)
How have you applied the 4 attributes of Political Skill in your current workplace situation?
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​What are the actions you could take in the 4 attributes to strengthen your success in your current workplace situation?
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​Review your Reflection Tools with your mentor, trusted partner or coach for feedback. Refine your action plan for success.
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​Contact us if you would like to do this Reflection with our Coach.
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