LDR 610 Power, Politics, and Influence Full Course

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LDR 610 Power, Politics, and Influence Full Course

GRAND CANYON LDR610 Week 1 Discussion 1 & 2

dq 1

Assume you were joining a company as a new employee. What steps would you take to
determine the source of power within the organization? Of French and Ravens five forms of
power, which do you consider the most important source of power and why? How would you use
this information for your benefit in performing the duties of your job?

dq 2

Find three definitions of power. Which do you believe is most relevant and why?

GRAND CANYON LDR610 Week 2 Discussion 1 & 2

dq 1

In an organization with which you are familiar, what are three uses of personal power that
enhanced organizational performance? How were they used?
dq 2

Does having information influence expectations, behaviors, and power? Provide some examples
from your experience.

GRAND CANYON LDR610 Week 3 Discussion 1 & 2

dq 1

How can the perceptions of a supervisors power affect efficiency and productivity in an
organization? Give at least two examples with which you are familiar.

dq 2

What impact does restructuring an organization have on the distribution of power for that
organization?

GRAND CANYON LDR610 Week 4 Discussion 1 & 2

dq 1

In order to access power in organizations, you must possess knowledge. There are two types of
knowledge: technical knowledge about the work process, and knowledge of the organizations
social system. Why is it important to have knowledge about the organizations social system?
dq 2

What are some of the negatives associated with social motives in an organization? Give an
example with which you are familiar.

GRAND CANYON LDR610 Week 5 Discussion 1 & 2

dq 1

Based on the assigned readings, Building Organization Theory From First Principles: The Self-
Enhancement Motive and Understanding Power and Influence, how can a person build
influence? Can increased influence be the first step in a fall from power? Explain.

dq 2

How can influence tactics be used? Select two influence tactics and give examples of their use.
Would the two selected most likely be used as a first or follow-up tactic?

GRAND CANYON LDR610 Week 6 Discussion 1 & 2

dq 1

When have you used (or would use) shadow negotiation, and why do you think it is an important
part of the negotiation process?

dq 2
One of the rules of negotiation is to prevent the negotiation strategy from reaching a point of
having two mutually exclusive positions regarding proposals. What does this statement mean?
Provide an example.

GRAND CANYON LDR610 Week 7 Discussion 1 & 2

dq 1

What considerations should be included in a political plan for a position/organization with which
you are familiar?

dq 2

Is it ethical to utilize politics to create an illusion of a crisis to gain support for an organizational
objective?

GRAND CANYON LDR610 Week 8 Discussion 1 & 2

dq 1

How might the stress created by the misuse of organizational politics lead to a persons fall from
power?

dq 2
How can power strengths become weaknesses? Give an example.

GRAND CANYON LDR610 Week 2 Assignment

Details:

Refer to Thomas Green: Power, Office Politics, and a Career in Crisis.

Create a paper of 1,0001,250 words that includes an introduction and conclusion that make
relevant connections to course objectives and addresses the following:

1. 1. How do the actions of Green differ from Davis expectations?

2. 2. What are the individual agendas of Davis and McDonald?
3. 3. How does each person want to be treated?
4. 4. Which personal bases of power were used?
5. 5. Which of French and Ravens personal bases of power could have been used more
effectively and how?
6. 6. Which of French and Ravens personal bases, if any, have been abused?

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located
in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the
assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to
become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the
assignment.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the
Student Success Center.

GRAND CANYON LDR610 Week 4 Assignment

Details:

Refer to RetailMax: Role for Cam Archer and RetailMax: Role for Regan Kesse.
Create a paper of 1,000-1,250 words that includes an introduction and conclusion that make
relevant connections to course objectives and addresses the following for both Kessel and
Archer:

1. 1. Who has the greatest potential power and why?

2. 2. What power bases represent each persons power?
3. 3. Did stereotypical gender roles influence either party to proceed in a certain manner?
Explain how they did or did not act stereotypically.
4. 4. What social factors (such as reputation, the prior relationship between the parties, and
their mutual ties to others in the organization, including the CEO) affected each persons
power? Support your comments with examples from the cases.
5. 5. What assumptions is each side making about the other?
6. 6. Why should Archer be interested in the position? Will it strengthen her power?
7. 7. Should Kessel hire Archer? What effect might it have on his power if he hires her?
8. 8. What positive effect might hiring an external applicant instead have on Kessels
power?
9. 9. What should Kessel offer Archer for compensation and why?
10. 10. Should Archer accept the position? Why or why not?
11. 11. After considering all of the above, evaluate who used social power most effectively
and why.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located
in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the
assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to
become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the
assignment.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the
Student Success Center.

GRAND CANYON LDR610 Week 6 Assignment

Details:

Refer to Negotiating on Thin Ice.

Create a paper of 1,0001,250 words that includes an introduction and conclusion that make
relevant connections to course objectives and addresses the following questions:

1. 1. Should these parties reach an agreement? Why or why not?

 2. 2. What were the barriers to reaching a negotiated agreement (psychological, structural,
and tactical)?
3. 3. Should Bettman and Goodenow be the ones to anticipate and overcome any barriers?
4. 4. What power moves were used by each party?
5. 5. What were the limits of each partys power?
6. 6. What is each sides BATNA?
7. 7. For the players, is the agreement better or worse than the final offer they received prior
to the seasons cancellation?
8. 8. Which was apparent in this case, distributive or integrative bargaining?
9. 9. Could the final agreement have been reached earlier, thus avoiding the cancellation of
the season? Give reasons for your opinion.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located
in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the
assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to
become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the
assignment.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the
Student Success Center.

GRAND CANYON LDR610 Week 8 Assignment

Details:

Refer to Negotiating on Thin Ice.

Create a paper of 1,0001,250 words that includes an introduction and conclusion that make
relevant connections to course objectives and addresses the following questions:

1. 1. Should these parties reach an agreement? Why or why not?

2. 2. What were the barriers to reaching a negotiated agreement (psychological, structural,
and tactical)?
3. 3. Should Bettman and Goodenow be the ones to anticipate and overcome any barriers?
4. 4. What power moves were used by each party?
5. 5. What were the limits of each partys power?
6. 6. What is each sides BATNA?
7. 7. For the players, is the agreement better or worse than the final offer they received prior
to the seasons cancellation?
8. 8. Which was apparent in this case, distributive or integrative bargaining?
 9. 9. Could the final agreement have been reached earlier, thus avoiding the cancellation of
the season? Give reasons for your opinion.

Prepare this assignment according to the APA guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located
in the Student Success Center. An abstract is not required.

This assignment uses a grading rubric. Instructors will be using the rubric to grade the
assignment; therefore, students should review the rubric prior to beginning the assignment to
become familiar with the assignment criteria and expectations for successful completion of the
assignment.

You are required to submit this assignment to Turnitin. Please refer to the directions in the
Student Success Center.