MODULE 8 POWER POLITICS

Question 1

Define Power

Answer 1

the capacity that A has to influence the behavior of B so that B acts in accordance with A’s wishes

Question 2

Power implies two facets, what are they?

Answer 2

1. its potential need not be actualized to be effective

2. it requires a dependency relationship

Question 3

How do Power and Leadership differ in Goal compatibility?

Answer 3

Power only needs dependence while Leadership requires goal congruence

Question 4

How do Power and Leadership differ in Direction of Influence

Answer 4

Power is concerned with influence in all direction while Leadership focuses on downward influence

Question 5

How do Power and Leadership differ in Research Emphasis

Answer 5

Power focuses on tactics used by individuals and groups (is broader topic) while Leadership emphasizes leadership style

Question 6

Two bases of power are? (aka where does power come from?)

Answer 6

Formal Power and Personal Power

Question 7

What is Formal Power based on and three types of Formal Power

Answer 7

Based on an individuals formal position in an org

There is legitimate power, reward power and coercive power

Question 8

What is Personal Power based on and two types of Personal Power

Answer 8

Based on an individual’s unique characteristics

There is referent power and expert power

Question 9

Explain one of the three types of Formal Power

Answer 9

Legitimate power = power derived from a person’s position/job in org
Reward power = derived from ability to provide positive outcomes and prevent neg outcomes
Coercive Power = derived from use of punishment and threat

Question 10

Explain one of the two types of Personal Power

Answer 10

Referent Power = derived from being well liked by others - stems from identification w/ powerholder/charismatic leaders)
Expert power = derived from having special info/expertise that is valued by org