Thomas recognises that his firm is plagued by organisational politics.He is not good at playing games and instead frequently engages in defensive behaviours in order to protect himself and his interests. Thomas has decided to play it safe and engage in buffing if he must.These defensive behaviours are part of avoiding:

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Defensive behaviours are often used to avoid blame or protect oneself from negative consequences. Thomas' choice to engage in buffing is a form of defensive behaviour that allows him to protect his interests without engaging in more overtly political behaviour.

Thomas Recognises That His Firm Is Plagued by Organisational Politics