7 Rules of Power: Surprising--but True--Advice on How to Get Things Done and Advance Your Career Summary

Who This Book Is For

An ideal reader is a mid- to senior-level professional who must navigate organizational politics to get things done and advance. They may be managers, project leads, functional heads, or aspiring executives in knowledge- or results-driven industries (technology, finance, healthcare, consulting, nonprofit). They are not naïve about power; they want a realistic map of how influence actually flows, not a pure meritocratic myth. They are intellectually curious about how scarcity, dependence, perception, and networks shape outcomes, and they’re willing to act—within ethical boundaries—to expand their leverage. They seek practical, actionable guidance: how to build a credible personal brand, cultivate sponsors, manage impressions, negotiate for resources, set agendas, and turn wins into durable advantages. They value measurable results, rapid wins, and a coherent framework that can be customized to their context. They are ready to confront and reframe their own beliefs about fairness and politics. This reader seeks practical, durable career impact.

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