Week 12 - Organizational Politics & Power
Activity 1: Power - What is it?
- What images does the word “power” conjure for you?
- What are some things power can accomplish in public sector organizations (good, bad, and otherwise)?
Activity 2: Application of Power Scenario
You rely on an IT work group to provide regular data updates for board meetings. Lately, these reports have been behind schedule and poorly prepared even though you know the group is capable. You usually like to play the long-game and work to strengthen relationships and diagnose problems. This time, however, you need data ASAP for a mission critical meeting. Tell a story in which you use particular form(s) of power to make sure the job gets done…
Will this work? What consequences do you anticipate?
You rely on an IT work group to provide regular data updates for board meetings. Lately, these reports have been behind schedule and poorly prepared even though you know the group is capable. You usually like to play the long-game and work to strengthen relationships and diagnose problems. This time, however, you need data ASAP for a mission critical meeting. Tell a story in which you use particular form(s) of power to make sure the job gets done…
Will this work? What consequences do you anticipate?