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Office Politics, Unpacked | with Kris Verlé
'Office politics' carries an unfair reputation. Most professionals treat it as something they should rise above rather than something they should be getting good at.
The irony is that those who understand it well have an almost unfair advantage over those who don't.
Closing that gap is what this podcast is about.
Each episode covers topics such as building influence, managing your visibility, positioning yourself, and communicating with authority.
You can expect practical advice aimed specifically at senior managers and directors who want to get better at navigating organisational dynamics on their own terms.
Host Kris Verlé spent fifteen years as a professional political advisor and lobbyist before becoming an executive coach more than a decade ago and founding Altitude Shift Coaching.
New episodes every month. Find out more about Kris' executive coaching at https://altitude-shift.com or get in touch at kris@altitude-shift.com
New episodes every month. Find out more at https://altitude-shift.com or get in touch at kris@altitude-shift.com
Office Politics, Unpacked | with Kris Verlé
How To Stop Ruminating At Work (And Break The Overthinking Loop)
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Ever delivered great work and got... nothing? Or received vague feedback that stuck in your head for days?
In this episode, I explore why rumination occurs, especially in high-achievers, and how it differs from everyday overthinking. You’ll get practical ways to break the loop, regain focus again at work, and get out of your own head.
00:00 – Disappointment kills careers faster than failure
01:25 – The Fire Phone flop (and what it teaches us)
03:00 – Why disappointment hurts so much
05.46 – How to prevent disappointment in the first place
08:53 – What to do if you're already feeling disappointed
10:14 – Rumination: the gift that keeps giving
12:14 – Four brain resets to recover from disappointment
15:55 – Conclusion