The Truth About Workplace Politics 💼 Surviving & Thriving in the Game

🔥 Workplace politics isn’t just a buzzword—it’s survival. Too often, Black professionals find themselves navigating a system stacked with unspoken rules, silent power plays, and cultural expectations that can make or break careers. But here’s the truth: once you understand the game, you can thrive in it.

In this Black Dad Unfiltered episode of the Black Dad Podcast, hosts Carlos V. Spencer and Coach Rod sit down with an all-star panel—Dr. Ellen Grant, Dr. Melodie Baker, and James Reddick—to unpack the strategies, setbacks, and survival skills needed to succeed in complex professional environments. From mastering workplace politics how to deal to protecting your emotional resilience, this conversation is a roadmap for turning obstacles into opportunities.

💡 What you’ll learn in this episode:

• How to read and respond to hidden workplace expectations and cultural dynamics.
• Why navigating office politics is like a chess match—and how to stay two moves ahead. ♟️
• The role of career strategy planning and strategic career moves in staying prepared for the next opportunity.
• How to build influence while protecting your workplace authenticity and energy.
• Practical insights on negotiation, from pay to benefits, so you can claim your worth. 💰
• Tips for setting workplace boundaries and finding your balance in inclusive workplaces.

This isn’t just another career talk. It’s a candid, empowering dialogue for the Black Community and the Black Fathers Community, packed with personal stories and hard-earned wisdom you won’t find in HR manuals.

🙌 If you’ve ever felt overlooked, misunderstood, or stuck in the grind, this episode is for YOU. It’s time to stop letting the game play you and start playing the career strategy game on your own terms.

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