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I thought I had an OK work relationship but

Dear Office Politics, I have worked in a high-stress but free-wheeling media office for more than 20 years, and am good at my job, have OK people skills and am generally respected. I received a promotion about a year ago. However, since moving into a particular department (mostly other women) about ...

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Coworker is trying to get me fired.

Dear Office Politics, Last month I was written up at work for tardiness, I was given a few days off from work as part of my write up. Since then I am trying to lay low. I have straightened up and don't want any problems. There is one coworker Eric (pseudonym) ...

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Leading by example, straight off a cliff…

Dear Office-Politics, I am second in command (transitioning soon to first in command) of a tight-knit team that excels at our jobs. We focus on collaboration and high-quality output, and communication is essential. I am generally known as an individual that will accept nothing less than excellence, and most of the ...

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Sweet Sammy — the ambitious backstabber

Dear Office-Politics, I need your expertise in dealing with what I believe to be an overly ambitious backstabber. I am my boss' longest employee, love my job, very loyal, dedicated, and love my co-workers. My boss and co-workers are like extended family to me. Almost 2 years ago, a woman (I'll ...

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Snake removal failed

Dear Office-Politics, I wrote to you last year, "Snake Handling Not in Job Description". You tendered good advice. Since then, the agency has ruptured. Tragically, one Animal Control Officer committed suicide as a result of the toxic culture, gossip and loose lips at work. Last August, the Field Supervisor resigned. ...

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I have made some horrible office politics mistakes

Dear Office-Politics, I have to admit that I know nothing about office politics and have made some horrible mistakes -- the main one of being totally honest and pulling away and being seen as arrogant. After working for 16 years for a small company, I was forced by the owner ...

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How do I approach my boss to discuss a raise?

Dear Office-Politics, I've been with my current company for exactly a year yesterday. During my tenure, I believe I've proved myself to be intelligent, capable and trustworthy. My current position is an analyst, but I do so much more than that of an "analyst". My boss, increasingly gives me ...

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