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How to Use the Law of Scarcity in Office Politics
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Episode 78 of The Office Politics Podcast explores how the Law of Scarcity — the principle that people value what's rare or limited — can be a powerful tool in workplace influence. Lucas and Luna break down a real scenario from a mid-size tech company where a product manager named Sarah successfully used scarcity to get her stalled project prioritized. They discuss why over-availability weakens your political capital, how to create genuine scarcity without manufacturing fake deadlines, and the difference between strategic scarcity and being a bottleneck. The episode also touches on the risks: if you cry wolf too often, you lose credibility. Specific, actionable advice for anyone who feels their work is being taken for granted or needs to shift how their contributions are perceived in a crowded office environment.