129: Friendship and corporate politics, with Mark Herschberg

Friendshipable

The line between work friends and office politics can be blurry!
We dive into the world of professional friendships with Mark Hershberg, author of The Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught you. We explore how to leverage the power of connection while avoiding the pitfalls of favoritism.Hear expert advice on:

• The benefits of strong work relationships and tips for building genuine connections, especially in a hybrid work environment.
• Navigating friendships at work while maintaining professionalism and team trust.

Join us as we untangle the complexities of workplace friendships and empower you to build a thriving professional network!
Mark Herschberg is the author of The Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You and creator of the Brain Bump app. From tracking criminals and terrorists on the dark web to creating marketplaces and new authentication systems, Mark has spent his career launching and developing new ventures at startups and Fortune 500s and in academia. He helped to start the Undergraduate Practice Opportunities Program, dubbed MIT’s “career success accelerator,” where he teaches annually. He also works with many non-profits, currently serving on the board of Plant A Million Corals. He was one of the top-ranked ballroom dancers in the country and now lives in New York City, where he is known for his social gatherings, including his annual Halloween party, as well as his diverse cufflink collection.
Learn more about Mark and his work on his website, LinkedIn, Facebook, or Instagram.

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