power Flashcards
Defined as the capacity to act or the strength and potency to accomplish something
power
The ability to influence another person, to do something or act in a particular way; Is a broader concept than authority
power
The process of affecting the thoughts, behavior, & feelings of another person
influence
The right to influence another person; The power or right to give orders, make decisions, and enforce obedience.
authority
Obtained by the ability to grant favors or reward others with whatever they value
reward power
Based on fear of punishment if manager’s expectations are not met
punishment or coercive power
The power gained by a title or official position within an organization
legitimate power
Gained through knowledge, expertise, or experience
expert power
Power that a person has because others identify with that leader or with what that leader symbolizes
referent power
distinguished by some from referent power
charismatic power
most effective power
expert power
