MGFC10H3 Lecture Notes - Lecture 10: Rationality, Buck Passing, Scapegoating

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10 Sep 2018
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Power: the capacity to influence others who are in a state of dependence. It can flow in any direction in an organization, and applies to both individuals and groups. Legitimate power: po(cid:449)er deri(cid:448)ed fro(cid:373) a perso(cid:374)"s positio(cid:374) or jo(cid:271) i(cid:374) a(cid:374) orga(cid:374)izatio(cid:374). As you (cid:373)o(cid:448)e up i(cid:374) a(cid:374) orga(cid:374)izatio(cid:374), you ha(cid:448)e (cid:373)ore legiti(cid:373)ate po(cid:449)er. Reward power: power derived from the ability to provide positive outcomes and prevent negative outcomes. It can be asserted by any member or an organization. Coercive power: power derived from the use of punishment and threat. It is often a support for legitimate power. Referent power: power derived from being well liked by others. Expert power: power derived from having special information or expertise that is valued by an organization. Activities that lead to power include extraordinary activities, visible activities, and relevant activities. Developing relationships with outsiders, subordinates, peers, and superiors can lead to acquisition of power.

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