Workplace politics: it is the unspoken game everyone plays, whether they admit it or not.

It's the silent force that drives promotions, shapes careers, and determines who gets the spotlight.

But there's a controversial question that few are brave enough to ask: "Who rises faster in the workplace-the hardworking employee, or the boss's favourite?" The answer might surprise you-and it certainly challenges the common belief that hard work alone is the key to success.

Let's get one thing clear: hard work is crucial.