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How to Navigate Office Politics During a Merger
Season 1
Episode 49
Published 2 months, 1 week ago
Description
When two companies merge, the office politics can get brutal. Lucas and Luna break down a real 2025 case: the merger between a legacy bank and a fintech, where cultural clashes and power struggles sank morale before the deal even closed. They share concrete tactics for protecting your position, reading the new power structure, and knowing when to stay quiet versus when to make a move. Specific advice includes how to map influence in the first 90 days, why you should never badmouth your old company, and the one question to ask in every integration meeting. If you're facing a merger or acquisition at work, this episode gives you a playbook for navigating the chaos without losing your footing.