Understanding Power in Organizations

What is power in an organization?

• The ability to have things your way

• The potential ability to influence others

• The authority granted from a formal position

• The power to punish or recommend punishment

Which type of power is defined by the organization's policies and procedures?

• Legitimate power

• Reward power

• Coercive power

• Expert power

What is the difference between positional power and leadership?

• Positional power is based on formal authority, while leadership is about influencing others

• Positional power is about inspiring others, while leadership is based on formal authority

• Positional power and leadership are the same thing

• Positional power is the ability to have things your way, while leadership is about influencing others

Which type of power inspires others to action?

• Legitimate power

• Reward power

• Coercive power

• Expert power

What is legitimate power based on?

• Formal position and authority

• Expertise and knowledge

• Personality characteristics

• Superior knowledge

Which type of power is based on the authority to bestow rewards?

• Legitimate power

• Reward power

• Coercive power

• Expert power

What is coercive power?

• The power to punish or recommend punishment

• The authority granted from a formal position

• The ability to have things your way

• The power to inspire others to action

What is expert power based on?

• Formal position and authority

• Expertise and knowledge

• Personality characteristics

• Superior knowledge

What is referent power?

• The power to punish or recommend punishment

• The authority granted from a formal position

• The ability to have things your way

• The power based on a leader's personality characteristics

What does referent power depend on?

• Formal title or position

• Expertise and knowledge

• Personality characteristics

• Superior knowledge