Corporate politics isn't about manipulation, it's about relationships.
Learn how to master workplace dynamics, communicate clearly, and build trust fast.

In this 5-minute episode, career coach Kendall Berg breaks down the unspoken rules that shape every workplace. She explains why likability, clarity, and reciprocity matter more than hard work when it comes to getting promoted—and how to use those skills to build influence without playing games.

You'll discover how to:
✅ Adapt your communication style so people actually listen
✅ Build trust with leaders and coworkers through small, consistent actions
✅ Navigate office politics without feeling fake or drained
✅ Avoid information overload and keep your message clear
✅ Turn networking from something awkward into something strategic

Whether you're early in your career or leading a team, this quick breakdown helps you understand the real mechanics of corporate success—so you can advance confidently and keep your sanity intact.

What's one "corporate game" rule you've learned the hard way?

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About Your Host: That Career Coach, Kendall Berg

Kendall Berg is a career coach and creator, helping ambitious professionals master the unspoken rules of corporate life. Through Secrets of the Career Game, she shares honest conversations and practical tools to help you communicate clearly, lead confidently, and navigate work with strategy — not stress.

☕️ Want personalized career advice? Book a free 15-minute Coffee Chat with me — let's talk strategy, leadership, or your next move.
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Want to know more about Kendal Berg, that career coach?

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