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What type of power focuses on personal empowerment and self-determined power?
Which of the following represents formal authority and hierarchical position in decision-making?
What does the 'Social Circuit' in the Circuits of Power refer to?
Which wave of power involves the control of behavior through ethical self-regulation?
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What is the primary focus of disciplinary power as per Foucault's writing?
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How can resistance be interpreted in the context of organizational change?
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What type of power is characterized by established norms and values within an organization?
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Which aspect of power includes the influence over prioritizing issues within an organization?
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What defines power as a possessed resource?
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Which type of power involves using rewards to influence behavior?
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What is the primary focus of relational or cultural power?
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Which term best describes the ability to influence others through fear of punishment?
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In the context of power dynamics, what does the term 'power-over' refer to?
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What is a characteristic of expert power?
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Which base of power involves having access to valuable information?
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According to the seven bases of power, which base allows for influence through charismatic appeal?
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Study Notes
Definition and Types of Power
- Power is the ability to influence, persuade, and control others through various means such as consensus building and creativity regulation.
- Traditional power is seen as hierarchical and possessive, often associated with authority figures like bosses.
- Relational or cultural power is situational, dependent on cultural norms, and varies across different contexts.
Power Dynamics
- Power can be actively wielded by those in control or passively received by others based on responses.
- Observable in conflicts and everyday social interactions, such as gossip or rumors.
Power in Concepts and Work Roles
- Relevant in organizational change models, such as Lewin’s 3-step model and Kotter’s 8-step process, where alliances and networks are critical.
Traditional Views of Power
- Authority and Hierarchy: Legitimate power derived from formal positions or seniority.
- Influence and Persuasion: The capability to affect others’ behaviors or convince them to adopt specific ideas.
Coercion, Remuneration, and Normative Power
- Coercive Power: Utilizing threats or punishment to enforce compliance.
- Remunerative Power: Leveraging rewards or incentives to influence behavior.
- Normative Power: Guiding behavior through established work or cultural norms.
The Seven Bases of Power (French and Raven, 1959)
- Reward Power: Authority over providing rewards.
- Coercive Power: Ability to impose punishment.
- Legitimate Power: Authority linked to a formal role.
- Expert Power: Influence derived from specialized knowledge.
- Referent Power: Power based on charisma or likability.
- Informational Power: Control over valuable information resources.
- Ecological Power: Ability to manage environmental or resource-related aspects.
Power Dynamics Models
- Power-Over: Exercising control over others through coercion.
- Power-To: Enabling others to achieve their potential.
- Power-With: Collaborative power through teamwork.
- Power-Within: Personal empowerment stemming from self-determination.
The Three Faces of Power (Lukes, 2005)
- Decision-Making Power: Authority associated with formal hierarchies.
- Agenda Setting Power: Control over issue prioritization within groups.
- Institutional Power: Norms and values that shape organizational behaviors.
Circuits of Power
- Episodic Circuit: Actions by leaders and key influencers.
- Social Circuit: Organizational agreements that facilitate power dynamics.
- Systemic Circuit: Resources and structures that allow power to function.
Four Waves of Power in Foucault’s Writing
- Wave 1: Disciplinary Power focuses on control through discipline and surveillance.
- Wave 2: Knowledge and Truth highlights how discourse influences behavior and perceptions.
- Wave 3: Governmentality examines distant control through metrics and market efficiency.
- Wave 4: Ethical Self-Regulation involves self-regulating behavior based on ethical standards.
Resistance
- Resistance is a reaction to change, driven by a desire for stability, stress avoidance, or identity preservation.
- Often seen as a psychological response stemming from fear and uncertainty regarding leadership.
- Resistance can provide essential feedback regarding leadership effectiveness and communication during change initiatives.
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Explore the definitions and types of power in this quiz. The content covers traditional and contemporary views on power, its resources, and its influence on behaviors and decision-making. Test your knowledge and understanding of how power operates in various contexts.
