Power Dynamics in the Workplace
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Which of the following influence tactics is typically the least effective?

  • Inspirational appeals
  • Pressure (correct)
  • Rational persuasion
  • Coalitions
  • Which influence tactic is effective across organizational levels?

  • Rational persuasion (correct)
  • Consultation
  • Legitimacy
  • Inspirational appeals
  • Which combination of influence tactics can lessen negative reactions when appearing to 'dictate' outcomes?

  • Personal appeals and exchange
  • Pressure and coalitions
  • Ingratiation and legitimacy (correct)
  • Rational persuasion and consultation
  • Which influence tactic is most effective with lateral influence attempts?

    <p>Coalitions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, what factors contribute to one entity having greater power over another?

    <p>The level of dependency one entity has on another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason why Tim Hortons franchisees have limited autonomy in running their franchise?

    <p>The company wants to maintain consistency in product quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did the introduction of the 'Always Fresh' baking system require Tim Hortons franchisees to do?

    <p>Purchase pre-baked products from a specific supplier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, dependency is inversely proportional to

    <p>the alternative sources of supply</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, possession of something plentiful will

    <p>not increase your power</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, dependency is increased when the resource you control is

    <p>important, scarce, and cannot be substituted</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the text, possession of a scarce resource makes others dependent on you because

    <p>they don't have access to that resource</p> Signup and view all the answers

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