Do you talk about politics at work? With the primaries waging on as the Democrats and Republicans choose who thier final candidates for President will be, politics seems to be a hot topic. But is it ok to talk about politics at work?
Recently, my office department went out to our monthly lunch together. This is a small department consisting of 4 staff, 2 managers, and 1 director. With everyone in attendance the topic of politics came up. I avoided the conversation because I don't want beliefs or ideas to influence how any of my coworkers see me or especially one of my many bosses. I noticed the managers and director did not seem to partake in this conversation either. I just don't want my views to influence how they feel about me. People have very strong opinions on politics and if their opinions differ from mine, I don't want that to get in the way of any future promotions or raises. Thus, this conversation seemed to mostly take place between the other 3 staff workers. And even though thier opinions seem to closely mirror my own, I felt it necessary to keep my mouth shut. I have very strong political views and I will gladly talk to my coworkers about them without the presence of those in control of my future career.
What do you think? Do you talk about politics at work?
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I sure don't! I agree with you, it is not appropriate. I wouldn't even probably talk with my coworkers, unless perhaps they were people I hang with outside of work.
Even then, talking politics with friends isn't that necessary.
I have strong opinions, but work just isn't the place to share them.
Thank you for reading my blog! I agree also, you really shouldn't talk about politics at work. I admit though that there have been times when I do talk politics, but I am very help (at least I hope I am) only to talk about what I like in a certain candidate, not put any others down.
I work in a very liberal environment and I also wonder how people feel who don't share the "general" view. Thanks for reminding me to keep my mouth shut when politics comes out.
Stacking pennies, I have to disagree with you on talking politics with your friends though. I love to, espeically those who don't agree with me, I feel as if I learn more from these converstations then from all the news I read.
Yes, I think it is ok to talk politics with friends and I frequently do. I know they won't stop being my friend or treat me negatively by my differing views. My friends aren't my friends because of what party I favor. At work however, I don't want my bosses thinking negatively of me or my views.
Dreamer, could you tell me how you added your goal bars on the right side of your blog? I would love to add this to mine but I have no idea how too. You can email me at alwaystheplanner@gmail.com.
Thanks so much!
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