The Secret Handshake: Mastering the Politics of the ... (ISBN 0385495285)

i borrowed it from the library, then listen to its cd's, and finally bought a copy to keep:
This is a fantastic eye-opener. As a technically-competent guy, I am always puzzled that certain managers like me a lot, while others seem the other way. This book gives me the answers. I read the book from library several times during my vacation; then listen to its CD's on my way commute; and finally decide to own a copy of the book to put onto my shelf.

"Publish or Perish" obligation by PhD consultant.:
Nothing new in this book. Same old tired ideas. The author is a PhD consultant, looking to bolster her consulting practice by using this book to claim she's an expert in business communications. This is just another output from the 'publish or perish' requirement for professors. These PhD's are forced to write these books with rehashed ideas, just to keep their teaching jobs, and convince a few gullible middle managers they know what they're talking about. You'll learn a lot more from "Influence" by R. Cialdini and "Play like a man, win like a woman" by Gail Evans

great primer on office politics:
This book is a good primer on office politics -- how best to deal with people to be successful. I listened to a Book on Tape from the library first, then bought the book. There are many stories that illustrate her points. All in all a logical, easy to understand book that discusses how to communicate and deal with conflict more effectively.

Workplace politics with success:
Like her "It's All Politics" book, this book is all about interpersonal relationships and succeeding in them--without losing your career, your integrity or your soul! Both should be a "must read" for leaders and managers, alike--and a great read for women!

Amazing:
This book is very comprehensive on something we encounter every day. Do you wonder why that job "didn't work out" or why you are miserable in your current environment? Take a read. What do you have to lose?