Apr
07

The 5 Sources of Power and How to Become Powerful part 2

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Expert power Expert power is based on the specialized knowledge or skills that an individual has which can be contributed or withheld. Generally, individuals are positive about being lead, or at least influenced, by those whom they regard as ‘an expert’. This form of power is “comparative” and the holder of this type of power… Continue reading »

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Apr
07

The 5 Sources of Power and How to Become Powerful

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Formal, legitimate, delegated, authority or position power This form of power comes from an individual’s designated role and the role’s relative status within the organization. Commonly this power entails the right to organize people and resources. As this form power is conferred by the organization if the position or role is lost so is the… Continue reading »

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