SOURCES OF POWER AT WORK

Also known as the power of

position that grants people of

managerial or chief status the

legitimate basis of their power

to assign tasks, workloads and

expect compliance in a group

or organization structure.

This power originates from

holding an official title in a

company.

LEGITIMATE:

REWARD & PUNISHMENT: Reward and punishment

power are the ability to

recognize accomplishments

and favorable behavior and

compensate employees

accordingly or to authorize

threats and coerce people

to fulfill what is needed of

them from a leadership

position.

CHARISMA: The power of personality that stems from individuals’ styles,

appeals and likability; being well-liked is the most valuable tool

anyone can have.

Possessing a magnetic quality can open doors and creates

positive impression and a winning image which tends to allot a

person with a wider communication network and major sway in

the workplace.

RELATIONSHIPS:

It is important to invest time and

effort to build lasting relationship

and professional network as well

as mend injured ones.

Exploiting ties to influence

someone is a sensitive issue and

should be handled with caution.

Just be sure to adhere to work

ethics and personal integrity

when you use this source of

clout.

INFORMATION:

Knowledge is power.

Yet, to possess information is not enough, it is only through the way we

control the flow of information by delegating or retaining it that power can

be exercised effectively.

This power is also generated through being a competent communicator

who can support claims and back up arguments with important evidence

and relevant info.

EXPERTISE:

This is the source of

power that comes from

being able to display or

communicate your

adeptness and

capability of a specific

area.

Being more knowledgeable about the role of power in effective leadership will offer leverage in professional relationships and new insights to help attain your goals and navigate the business world successfully.