I too refuse to play the office politics game. As long as I know what my job is and what is expected of me, I live up to that expectation the best way I can while maintaining the best attitude I can with my fellow employees.

I know that we won't get along with everyone all the time. At those times when I'm frustrated with others I become quiet and think about the situation, take a break and breathe. Then I try to look at all the possible reasons as to why something is going wrong with the boss/fellow employees.

Great suggestion made about changing policies....if you have a policy that you don't like, come up with options to re-writing the policy.....offering the information without expectation of change but with hope of change. Sounds like an excellent way of opening up communication in that way.

Wishing you well!
sabby