How to get past office politics

This complex social structure that exists in the workplace can create an unbearable toxic environment. [Istockphoto]

Office politics are inevitable and here is why. There will always be a difference in personalities, opinions and power play. No matter how large or small a company is, there will always be a group of people who propagate certain agendas, gossip and fear. They are capable of doing all it takes to influence outcomes that favour them.

No matter your position, you cannot avoid it. This complex social structure that exists in the workplace can create an unbearable toxic environment causing the organisation to suffer negatively unless action is taken by the necessary authorities.