6.4: The 5 Bases of Power
Five Bases of Power
This week, you learned that there are five primary bases of power. Watch this 12:06 video, which provides additional insight into each type of power:
Review the image below and notice how employees typically react to the base of power exhibited.
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Employee Cooperation Continuum
Consider your past work experiences. Can you identify the bases of power utilized by your current or previous managers? Were your reactions similar to the continuum shown?