POWER &
POLITICAL
BEHAVIOUR
GROUP MEMBERS:-
1.TANUPRIYA GUPTA
2. NUPUR PATEL
3. SANKET MITHBAOKAR
4. ARJUN NAGVEKAR
5. SARTHAK MOHOD
POWER
Power refers to the
ability of individuals or
groups to influence or
control others,
resources, and decision-
making processes.
DIFFERENCE BETWEEN
LEADERSHIP AND POWER
POWER:-
LEADERSHIP:- 1. Derives influence from
1. Ability to inspire and guide formal authority. Often relying
others willingly. on positional or situational
factors.
2. Focuses on the long term
vision. 2. Can sometimes be more
short- term and transactional.
3. Tends to be more adaptable
and flexible. 3. May become rigid or brittle.
BASES OF POWER
FORMAL
POWER
COERCIVE REWARD LEGITIMATE
POWER POWER POWER
• This involves the ability to
COERCIVE influence others through the fear of
punishment or negative
POWER consequences.
• This is the ability to influence
REWARD others by providing rewards or
POWER positive outcomes.
LEGITIMATE • This is power that comes with
POWER holding a specific position.
BASES OF
POWER
PERSONAL
POWER
EXPERT REFERENT
POWER POWER
• Derived from an individual’s
EXPERT knowledge, skills, and expertise in
POWER a particular domain.
• Based on the likability, charisma,
REFERENT and personal connections of an
POWER individual.
POLITICS
Politics refers to the
activities, behaviors,
and strategies
employed by individuals
or groups to gain and
use power and
influence.
Power Dynamics:-
Politics plays a crucial role in shaping power structures
within organisations.
ROLE OF Decision Making:-
POLITICS IN Organizational politics can influence decision- making
processes.
ORGANISATION Resource Allocation:-
Politics often comes into play when it comes to
distributing resources, such as budget allocations,
promotions, or project assignments.
Influence on Leadership:-
Political acumen can impact leadership dynamics.
Organizational Culture:-
The political climate within an organization
contributes to its overall culture.
ROLE OF
POLITICS IN Career Advancement:-
Individuals often engage in political
activities to advance their careers.
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Conflict Resolution:-
Politics can influence how conflicts are
addressed within an organization.
Transparent Communication
MANAGING Promote Ethical Behavior
POWER &
POLITICS IN Fair Decision- Making Processes
ORGANIZATION
S Leadership Development
Conflict Resolution Mechanisms
Promote Collaboration
MANAGING Accountability and Transparency
POWER &
POLITICS IN Employee Development
ORGANIZATIONS
Monitor Organizational Culture
Lead by Example
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