Management and Organizational Studies 2181A/B Study Guide - Machiavellianism, Whistleblower, Negotiation

• School: Western University
• Department: Management and Organizational Studies
• Course: Management and Organizational Studies 2181A/B
• Professor: Victoria Digby

Document Summary

Were once seen as irrational and evil in organizational behaviour. Power: the capacity to influence others who are in a state of dependence. Power can be found in the position that you occupy in the org. or the resources that you are able to command. Legitimate power: power derived from a person"s position or job in an organization. Differences of levels of legitimate power emphasized differently from org. to org. Reward power: power derived from the ability to provide positive outcomes and prevent negative ones. Backs up legitimate power recommend a raise, performance evaluations, assign preferred tasks. Any member can attempt to exert influence over others with praise, compliments and flattery which constitute as rewards. Coercive power: power derived from the use of punishment and threat. Support for legitimate power dock pay, assign unfavourable tasks or block promotions. Generally ineffective and can promote employee resistance. Referent power: power derived from being well liked by others.