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You can only be a victim to office politics if you allow yourself to succumb. Lying and backstabbing aren't required skills for every company. Employees often attempt to create politics in small companies, especially when there are partners or owners with equal ownership or pull in the organization. They may go to each other with the same problem or issue to see if they can shore up support for their idea or position and potentially pit leadership against each other. The only way to prevent this from becoming a problem is by being upfront and honest about the fact that anything an employee shares with you, you are going to discuss with the others involved - especially if it impacts your partner or senior leadership. It is best not to take side with either of them – even if you like one better than the other. Place them on a common communication platform and ensure open communications among all parties so that no one can claim “I didn’t say that”. In short, don’t get personal and take sides. You are not there to judge any work at work but just do the job the company has employed you to do.
Very interesting question. Emancipate yourself from these topics. Speak out when you see and know for a fact that there is something not right happening but make sure to speak to the correct people. Don't be afraid to speak out of what you think is right and just, but make sure to use the correct words.
Its very simple Just focus on you work & complete your assignments on time.
