Management and Organizational Studies 2181A/B Chapter 12: TEXTBOOK Chapter 12 Notes

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

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the capacity to influence others who are in a state of dependence. not always perceived or exercised (e. g. , professors) the fact that the target of power is dependent on the powerholder does not imply that a poor relationship exists between the two (e. g. , friends) power can flow in any direction in an organization. power is a broad concept that applies to both individuals and groups. legitimate power power derived from a person s position or job in an organization. reward power power derived from the ability to provide positive outcomes or prevent negative outcomes (often backs up legitimate power) coercive power power derived from the use of punishment or threat (often backs up legitimate power) most likely to produce resistance and lack of cooperation. referent power power derived from being well liked by others. Stems from id with the powerholder represents a truer or deeper base of power.