Entering the realm of politics and power with a negative mindset is akin to setting out on a voyage with a hole in your boat. Such attitudes can cloud judgement, hinder objective assessment, and impair decision-making.
Instead of discerning opportunities, the pessimistic mind often gravitates towards perceived threats, stifling growth and innovation. Moreover, this negative approach can spread, impacting team dynamics and organisational cohesion.
Without a constructive mindset towards politics, one risks sinking in the turbulent waters of organisational dynamics, missing the chance to sail towards success.
Read: The Power of Curiosity in Understanding Power and Politics (one of the Lessons in Extraordinary Influence)
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