Chapter 1 – Success at work depends on more than IQ or EQ—it requires Political Intelligence, PQ, a distinct, learnable form of intelligence—for navigating power and politics at work. It’s not about playing dirty. It’s about defining what success means for you, reading the room, and making the right moves.

With focus and practice, you can grow your PQ dramatically. StreetSmart breaks it down into four core capabilities—each taught one step-by-step core chapter, with practical tools and AI-powered exercises.

Chapter 2 – Set authentic political goals

Chapter 4 – Map your political terrain

Chapter 6 – Build the power you need

Chapter 8 – Influence the players who matter

Application chapters help you deploy the four-step PQ process in real-world situations:

Chapter 3 – Advance your career: get a job, raise, or promotion

Chapter 5 – Navigate rivalries and form strategic alliances

Chapter 7 – Drive change and champion bold ideas

Chapter 9 – Balance personal values with professional power

Chapter 10 – Use politics strategically when you’re underrepresented

Chapter 11 – A strategy for lifelong growth. Your political landscape changes—new people, new goals, new challenges. It shows you how to cycle through the PQ process, adapting as your career and life evolve.