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Quick Look Course Summary:Office Politics for Managers Course
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Length: 1 day(s)
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Price (at your venue): 1 Person R 4,811 EX VAT 3 Person R 3,654 EX VAT 10 Person R 2,719 EX VAT
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Certification Type: Non-Accredited
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Locations & Venues: Off-site or in-house. We train in all major city centres throughout South Africa.
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Office Politics for Managers
Duration: 1 Day
Introduction
You have likely experienced some form of office politics in the workplace. Working with different personalities, opinions, backgrounds, and values can be challenging. It is an inevitable fact that when people work together, personalities can and will clash. No one is an island, so working together as a team is crucial for the success of the organization.
Office Politics is about creating and maintaining better relationships. It is about communicating and working with your peers & colleagues in a way that is mutually beneficial. Employees who understand the positive aspects of office politics are better team members and end up being more successful and productive.
Course Outline
Component 1: Welcome and Expectations
Component 2: New Hires
- Company Core Values
- Building Relationships
- Encourage Respect
- Setting Ground Rules
- Case Study
- Module 2: Review Questions
Component 3: It’s About Interacting and Influencing
- Dealing with Different Personalities
- Build a Culture of Collaboration
- Be Nice to Everyone (Not Just Those That Can Help You)
- Be a Team Player
- Case Study
- Module 3: Review Questions
Component 4: Dealing With Rumors, Gossip, and Half-Truths
- It’s Effects on Moral
- Reinforce the Truth with Facts
- Do Not Participate
- Deal With it Swiftly
- Case Study
- Module Four: Review Questions
Component 5: Office Personalities (I)
- Complainer
- Gossiper
- Bully
- Negative Ned/Nancy
- Case Study
- Module Four: Review Questions
Component 6: Office Personalities (II)
- Information Keeper
- Know-it-All
- The Apple-Polisher
- Nosey Neighbor
- Case Study
- Module Six: Review Questions
Component 7: Getting Support for Your Projects
- Gain Trust Through Honesty
- Be Assertive
- Blow Your Own Horn
- Make Allies
- Case Study
- Module 7: Review Questions
Component 8: Conflict Resolution
- The Importance of Forgiveness
- Neutralizing Emotions
- The Benefits of a Resolution
- The Agreement Frame
- Case Study
- Module 8 Review Questions
Component 9: Ethics
- Benefits of an Ethical Environment
- Lead by Example
- Ensuring Ethical Behavior
- Addressing Unethical Behavior
- Case Study
- Module 9: Review Questions
Component 10: You Are Not an Island
- Never Burn a Bridge
- Take the High Road
- Trust is a Two Way Street
- Don’t Hide in Your Office
- Case Study
- Module 10: Review Questions
Component 11: Social Events Outside of Work
- How to Decline Politely
- Rules When Attending
- Meeting New People
- Conversation Do’s and Don’ts
- Case Study
- Module 11: Review Questions
Component Twelve: Wrapping Up
Who is this course suitable for?
This course is aimed at junior manager / supervisor / team leader level.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this course accredited?
BOTI offers a mix of SETA-accredited, internationally-certified (VMEdu) and non-accredited skills-programme courses. Please confirm a specific course's accreditation status with us when you enquire. All delegates receive a certificate of completion.
Can this course be delivered in-house at our premises?
Yes. Every BOTI course can be delivered on-site at your offices anywhere in South Africa, or at a scheduled public venue, and can be customised to your team and industry.
How do I book or get a quote?
Use the enquiry form on this page for a tailored quote, or call 011 882 8853 / email [email protected]. The course length and next public course date are shown in the Quick Look summary.
Can this training count towards our B-BBEE scorecard?
Yes - skills development training can contribute to your B-BBEE scorecard, and where learnerships apply you may also access SETA grants and the Section 12H tax allowance. Ask us how to structure it for maximum points.
Do you tailor the training to our industry?
Yes. Our training is built around your business, using practical, real-world examples relevant to your team and sector.