Internal strife, office politics and dysfunctional management are the norm rather than the exception in today’s American workplace. In general, those who make it to the top are not the smartest, most talented or the best leaders–they succeed because they learned to play the game and have the sharpest claws! This week’s guest, Bill Bouffard, describes in colorful detail common workplace booby traps and suggests practical mid-career defenses to survive bad bosses and conniving, self-serving co-workers. On a happier note, guest and host discuss positive leadership initiatives to make your workplace a more pleasant and productive environment