Political Skill at Work

Gerald R. Ferris, Davidson L. Treadway, Pamela L. Perrewé, Robert E. Brouer, Sean T. Lux

Political skill isn't the same thing as manipulation. This book treats it as a real, learnable competency, built from four specific dimensions linked to genuine career success.

Drawing on academic research, this book reframes "political skill" as a legitimate, measurable interpersonal competency — built from social astuteness, interpersonal influence, networking ability, and apparent sincerity — rather than something inherently manipulative.