Office Politik Part 2

Wow talk about a break from blogging. I vowed to return and complete this piece and then I forgot. Ooops. Here are some more personalities:

The Herald

One of the most dangerous types to associate with. They usually have the ear of upper management. They are reviled for their constant brown nosing but they will get their way. Typically this person will paint themselves into a corner in the way they treat other people only to completely change later. Getting them onboard with your agenda will help you to fastrack it.

The Workhorse

"If you want something done give it to a busy person." The workhorse is the person in the office that has no agenda and constantly ends up implementing someone else's. They often have lots of credibility and are viewed as neutral. Workhorses have yet to develop the cynical nature of the Veteran or they choose not to let it bother them. Making friends with the workhorse has the potential to shield you in the event you have a problem and they were involved.