Monday, June 13, 2011

Welcome to the Game of Work

I like to compare rules of social institutions to board games. It helps me to remember that I must play by their rules to succeed on their grounds, do well for myself while ensnared in their trap. This is the basis for my new pieces on the work game.

On my other blog, I wrote an article about the players of the game with their roles. Look their for the long explanation, but here is a little snippet.



Influencer
  • Busybodies

Co-worker
  • Works in your department

Boss Boss
  • Holder of real authority

Your boss
  • Controls your raises, time-off
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