MHR 405 Chapter Notes - Chapter 9: Absenteeism, Centrality, Policy
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Power the ability of one party to change or control the behaviour, attitudes, opinions, objectives, needs or values of another party. Influence the process of affecting the thoughts, behaviour and feelings of others. Political behaviour influence attempts that are for personal gain and are not officially sanctioned by an organization. Legitimate power power that is based on a person holding a formal position. Others comply because they accept the legitimacy of the position of the power holder. Reward power power based on a person"s access to rewards. Others comply because they want the rewards the power holder can offer. Coercive power power that is based on a person"s ability to punish. Others comply because they fear punishment or negative consequence. Referent power a power that is based on a person"s attractiveness to and friendship with others. Others comply because they respect and like the power holder. Expert power power based on a person"s expertise, competence and information a certain area.