MGT 125 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Transformational Leadership, Ethnocentrism, Parochialism
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Explain the ve sources of a leader"s power. Legitimate power: the power the leader has as a result of his or her position withinan organisation. Coercive power: the power a leader has because his or her ability to punish or control. Reward power: the power a leader has because of his or her ability to give bene tsor rewards. Expert power: in uence that is based on expertise, special skills or knowledge. Referent power: power that arises because of a person"s desirable resources or personal traits. Credibility: the degree to which followers perceive someone as honest, competent and able to inspire; Trust: the belief in the integrity and ability of the leader. Competence: technical and interpersonal knowledge and skills. Consistency: reliability, predictability and good judgement in handling solutions. Loyalty: willingness to protect, physically and emotionally. Openness: willingness to share ideas and information freely. Increasing the decision making discretion of employees.
