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What type of power is most important for getting favorable outcomes according to the text?
Political power
What does the text suggest is the key to effective decisions?
Buy-in from those with power
What is the relationship between the formal and political systems of an organization?
The formal system is the skeleton and the political system is the musculature
What is the main purpose of the political system in an organization according to the text?
To facilitate the achievement of favorable outcomes for specific groups or individuals
What is the role of informal networks in the political system of an organization according to the text?
Informal networks are a key element of the political system
What is the overall perspective on the political system presented in the text?
The political system is a crucial and integral part of organizational functioning
Who are typically the most powerful individuals and groups within organizations?
The individuals and groups with the strongest social connections
What are the key indicators of influence mentioned in the text?
The individual's social connections and ability to leverage them for influence
What is the main focus of Manfred F.R. Kets de Vries' book
The psychological aspects of leadership and the dynamics of power
What is the main focus of Ronald S. Burt's work on social networks and their effect on intraorganizational competition?
The effect of social networks and connections on intraorganizational competition
What type of power is primarily discussed in the text?
Reward power
Which of the following is NOT a key element of organizational politics?
Cooperation
What type of power does the text suggest is important for exerting influence upward in an organization?
Expert power
Which of the following types of power is NOT mentioned in the text?
Informational power
Organizations are primarily described as:
Both strategic designs and political systems
Which of the following is NOT identified as a key element of organizational politics in the text?
Compromise
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