All leaders use power and engage in political behavior. There is a balancing act between gaining
power and influence, playing organizational politics, networking, and behaving ethically.
Leaders use power and influence to get things done. Political skills are essential when leading
people with diverse agendas and stakes. Leaders that are influential have the ability to affect the
thoughts, behavior, or feelings of others. This is why it is so critical that they behave ethically
and avoid using others for self-gain or unethical reasons.
1. Do you think that most managers use power and politics positively in their organizations?
2. What type of power do you think would be influential in the workplace? If you are
currently employed, what type of power do you possess and is it influential?
3. Are you comfortable engaging in organizational politics? What are the benefits of doing
so?
4. What advice would you give a manager on how to maintain one’s ethics when
influencing others? Managers are often tasked with communicating and implementing change initiatives. It is vital
for managers to communicate effectively and utilize the proper communication channels for
varying types of messages. Managers should be well-versed in various aspects of communication
such as listening, asking questions, and providing constructive feedback. Communication is
essential during times of change to reduce resistance and gain buy-in from employees who will
be instrumental in successful implementation.
Your organization, Community Bank, is merging with another organization, First Union Bank.
The merger is in the final phase of negotiation. Your employees have not been formally notified
of the pending merger but rumors are circulating through the organization. As the CEO of the
organization, you know you need to communicate this change to employees.
Respond to all of the questions in one main discussion post in 150 – 200 words.
1. Discuss how you will communicate the information (communication channels).
2. What will you include in your message?
3. What communication barriers could impact you and how will you overcome
them?
4. How will you overcome resistance and ease fears?
5. How do you deal with the grapevine?

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