Chapter 8 Flashcards
Define Power.
The capacity to influence others who are in a state of dependence.
What is the relationship between power and choice.
Power and choice bothe replenish the need for a sense of control.
What are the 6 Bases of Power as defined by French and Raven(1959)?
- Coercive Power (fear)
- Expert Power (knowledge)
- Legitimate Power (position)
- Reward Power (ability to provide)
- Referent Power (well-liked)
- Information Power (has info)
How is dependency formed?
- Importance (demand)
- Scarcity
- Nonsubstitutability
What are the 3 most effective influence tactics? (generally)
- Rational Persuation (logical arguement)
- Inspirational Appeals (something to believe in)
- Consultation (getting support from others)
others include. Ingratiation, Personal appeals, Exchange, Coalitions, Pressure, Legitimacy
What is Organizational Political Behaviour?
Activities that are outside one’s formal role that attempt to influence the distribution of advantages and disadvantages.
How Does The Supreme Court Define Sexual Harassment?
The unwelcome behaviour of a sexual nature in the workplace that negatively affects the work environment or leads to adverse job-related consequences
What are causes of workplace politics?
Individual members hold divergent interests and the perception is that resources are scarce.
What does it mean to be empowered?
The freedom and the ability for employees to make decisions and commitments.
How are power and harassment related?
People who engage in harassment are often abusing their power.
What are the three typical responses to use of power.
- Resistance
- Compliance
- Commitment
