Organisational Politics

Sarah often shares only the positive results of her team's work with her boss to look more competent. What tactic is she using?

• Coalition Building

• Impression Management

• Gossiping

• Networking

John regularly has lunch with key decision-makers to discuss his ideas informally. What is this an example of?

• Lobbying

• Gossip and Rumor-Spreading

•  Networking

• Information Control

Emily spreads rumors about a colleague to damage their reputation before a promotion decision. What tactic is this?

• Coalition Building

• Gossip and Rumor-Spreading

• Impression Management
  
  

• Lobbying

Mike joins forces with other managers to push for a new company policy that benefits them all. What is this an example of?

• Networking

• Coalition Building

• Information Control

• Impression Management

Linda hides critical information about a project's risks to ensure her idea gets approved. Which tactic is she using?

• Gossip and Rumor-Spreading

• Lobbying

• Information Control

• Coalition Building

Tom repeatedly praises his boss in meetings to gain favour. What political tactic is he employing?

• Impression Management

• Gossip and Rumor-Spreading

• Coalition Building

• Information Control

Kate aligns herself with influential colleagues to increase her chances of being promoted. What tactic is this?

• Networking

• Coalition Building

• Gossip and Rumor-Spreading

• Information Control

David spreads positive stories about his work to improve his image in the company. What tactic is this?

• Rumour

• Impression Management

• Networking
  
  

• Information Control

Rachel selectively shares updates on her project, only highlighting the successes. What is this tactic called

• Gossip and Rumor-Spreading

• Coalition Building

• Information Control

• Networking

Kevin frequently meets with other team leaders to gain their support for his project proposal. What tactic is he using?

• Lobbying

• Gossip and Rumor-Spreading

• Networking

• Impression Management