Community Development: Theories and Application

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Power Theory

Definition:
The ability to get others to change their behavior even if they do not wish to do so. Power comes from rank, knowledge, resources or even fear.

Application:When working with people in the community, it may be difficult to get everyone on the same page and working towards a common goal. Strong leaders have the ability to talk to people and get them to see things differently for the good of all people.

Adaptation:This is a gift that not everyone has, and its easier to get through to some people, rather than others. Having power because of rank or status can have a different impact than that based on invoking fear unto someone. Find the one that works best for the people you are working with and use it for a good point.

Source:
Pfeffer, J. (1992). Managing with power: Politics and influence in organizations. Boston, Mass.: Harvard Business School Press
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