Types of Power in Management
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Types of Power in Management

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What defines reward power?

  • Formal position within the organizational hierarchy
  • Capacity to offer incentives to subordinates (correct)
  • Possession of specialized knowledge and skills
  • Ability to punish subordinates for non-compliance
  • Which type of power relies on formal authority?

  • Coercive power
  • Referent power
  • Legitimate power (correct)
  • Reward power
  • Which type of power is best derived from personal qualities?

  • Coercive power
  • Expert power
  • Referent power (correct)
  • Reward power
  • What is the primary characteristic of expert power?

    <p>Knowledge and skills in a specific domain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does coercive power function in an organization?

    <p>By enforcing rules through potential punishments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Types of Power

    • Reward Power:

      • Ability to provide valuable incentives, which can be financial or non-financial.
      • Motivates subordinates through the promise of rewards.
    • Coercive Power:

      • Capacity to impose consequences or withdrawal of benefits to influence behavior.
      • Commonly used to enforce organizational rules and discipline.
    • Legitimate Power:

      • Derived from one's official position within the organization's hierarchy.
      • Based on the accepted right of individuals in specific roles to make requests and expect compliance.
    • Expert Power:

      • Acknowledgment of a leader's specialized knowledge and skills.
      • Particularly effective in settings that prioritize technical skills and expertise.
    • Referent Power:

      • Rooted in the respect and admiration garnered from subordinates.
      • Often linked to a leader's charisma, integrity, and inspirational qualities.

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    Explore the five primary types of power in management: reward, coercive, legitimate, expert, and referent. This quiz will test your understanding of these concepts and their applications in leadership scenarios. Enhance your knowledge of how different types of power can influence workplace dynamics.

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