This document summarizes an organizational politics presentation. It discusses how politics exists in all organizations and can be understood and managed. It provides research findings on how political activity increases at higher levels and in larger organizations. It also discusses the ethical use of political power and influence strategies like rational persuasion. Overall, the presentation aims to help people become better "organizational politicians" by understanding sources of power, gaining political skills, and using their influence in an ethical manner for the benefit of their departments and organizations.