Power and Authority Flashcards
1
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Define authority
A
Authority is a special form of power in the sense that it gives people the right to give command which others accept as legitimate
2
Q
What is coercive power?
A
Based on the subordinates fear of the leader- normally maintained by the use of threats and punishment
3
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What is reward power?
A
Providing rewards as a form of power- encourages good performance through incentives rather than threats E.g -Increased pay -Promotion -Praise
4
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What is expert power?
A
Possession of a particular skill, expertise and knowledge
E.g
-Lawyers
-Chief Executives
5
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What is legitimate power?
A
Power deriving from a person’s position or job in an organisation
This means that it increases as you go up in an organisations hierarchy
6
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What is referent power?
A
Derives from a leader's charisma The characteristics of a person with referent power are: -Charismatic -Likeable -Good interpersonal skills
7
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Define power
A
Power exists when one person can get another person to do something that otherwise they would not want to do
