The Importance of Political Intelligence

by Manoj Kumar

Key Learnings

• Using political intelligence to develop effective workplace relationships and improve performance levels
• Political intelligence training educates employees in the positive application of organisational politics

Many organisations invest heavily in their 'talent pool' by developing their EQ and IQ to assist in their rapid rise up the corporate ladder. They however, fail to acknowledge the need for PI (political intelligence), which gives them a far greater chance of survival when they get there. Intelligent Behaviour is almost useless unless you understand the political territory you are entering.