MGMT520 Module 8.4 Discussion -Organizational Politics
MGMT520 Module 8.4 Discussion
Subject: Business / Management
Question
8.4 – FDQ 8: “Power” or “Organizational Politics”
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Choose a thread for your response. In responding to your peers, respond to either or both.
· FDQ 8a – Power:
o How do you wield your power? Take some time to reflect on your power behavior, and then select or create an object, like a tree, animal, book, or song, an object that best represents how you deal with power. Explain why you chose that object and how it made you feel about power. From the five bases of power, which two of these best describe your approach to influencing others? Discuss your strengths and weaknesses in using power and what skills you may want to develop to aid you in using power more effectively.
o During the week: Come back to review what your colleagues posted and respond to at least TWO colleagues by posting a Reply.
· FDQ 8b – Organizational Politics:
o In your work environment, define and discuss the organizational politics and discuss what triggers it. What form does the organizational politics take in your company? What are the political implications of your boss’ power or the CEO’s power?
o During the week: Come back to review what your colleagues posted and respond to at least TWO colleagues by posting a Reply.

