In business, power, and politics greatly influence an organization's culture and may hinder organizational productivity. As you continue to explore ways to increase productivity in your department, you observed how power and politics influence the corporate culture and the need to address the overall challenges within the organization. Based on your research, you will develop a proposal for your manager on how politics and power can influence the organization's culture positively.
Instructions
Write a 5–7 page double-spaced paper that addresses the following:
Influence of Politics and Power:
o Describe the importance of understanding the dynamic of power and politics within the organization.
o Explain how politics and power may influence the organization's culture.
Sources of Power:
o Discuss at least one source of power that could be applied to influence the department and improve organizational performance.