Understanding Legitimate Power

What is the primary focus of legitimate power in French and Raven's power bases?

• The charisma of the leader

• The ability to reward followers

• The acceptance of the leader's authority by followers

• The use of force to ensure compliance

How is legitimate power defined according to French and Raven?

• Power that is temporary and situational

• Power based on the leader's personal traits

• Power that comes from the follower's acceptance of the leader's right to require behavior change

• Power derived from the ability to punish

What happens to legitimate power when a leader leaves their position?

• It becomes coercive power

• It is lost because it is tied to the position

• It remains with the individual

• It is transferred to the next leader

What can happen if followers challenge a leader's legitimate power?

• The leader gains more power

• The followers gain legitimate power

• The leader automatically loses their power

• The leader's authority is questioned but not necessarily lost

In the example of the boss's boss, what was the key lesson about legitimate power?

• Legitimate power is based on personal relationships

• You cannot challenge legitimate power without consequences

• Legitimate power is always fair

• Legitimate power is not related to job descriptions

How can someone informally expand their legitimate power?

• By gaining more followers

• By redefining their job description and gaining acceptance

• By using coercive power

• By ignoring their responsibilities

What is the relationship between legitimate power and coercive power?

• Legitimate power is stronger than coercive power

• Coercive power is a form of legitimate power

• Legitimate power is often supported by coercive power

• They are completely unrelated

What is an example of coercive power supporting legitimate power in a classroom?

• A teacher giving extra credit

• A teacher deducting points for late assignments

• A teacher praising a student

• A teacher allowing students to choose their grades

What is the next topic in the series after legitimate power?

• Coercive power

• Reward power

• Expert power

• Referent power

What free resource is offered at the end of the video?

• A book on leadership

• A webinar on coercive power

• A video series on power bases

• A PDF on professional communication skills