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POWER, AUTHORITY, INFLUENCE, AND POLITICS
PURPOSE OF THE CHAPTER
We live in a world of technology, information proliferation, and change. In order to create change, we use power, authority influence, and politics. These are important resources that a manager should possess. The purpose of this chapter is develop expertise in applying these as a resource for creating competitive advantage.
Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.
—Abraham Lincoln
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
After studying this chapter, you should be able to:
- Define power and use various bases of power.
- Understand ...
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