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    and act. I was shown from an early age that in order to be normal‚ women needed to wear makeup‚ diet‚ and keep up with the latest fashion trends. With this in mind‚ and no one to tell me otherwise‚ I was constantly trying to fit in. Media was an authority figure in my life‚ because my parents were‚ for the most part‚ absent. During my high school years I struggled with depression and eating disorders‚ trying to fit the perfect mold I had seen on every television station since I was a child. I did

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    Power of Persuasion In the video Power of Persuasion psychologist Dr. Robert Cialdini reveals his six principles that can persuade people. When used correctly these principles can be very beneficial in multiple aspects of interaction‚ especially writing for school or work. Dr. Cialdini’s six principles can be very effective when trying to persuade people to help ones cause. The first principle is reciprocation‚ which refers to the human desire to return favors. In writing the best way to

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    of the words power and influence? What sorts of associations and attitudes do these terms evoke? When thinking about the word power‚ the first thing came into my mind is the ability to make thing happen and influence people by the capability or authority you have. For my understanding‚ the influence is ability to take advantage of the power you have to affect people’s thoughts and behaviors‚ and‚ ultimately‚ admit your ideas and follow your directions. The power and influence seems very strong‚

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    go to French and Ravens personal bases of power to see how each could have used them more effectively‚ while also identifying if any of those powers were abused. An old Yugoslavian Proverb states‚ “If you wish to know what a man is‚ place him in authority!” Actions Differ from Expectations From the information given Thomas Greens promotion given by Shannon McDonald was one that put him in a very difficult situation from the beginning. His new boss‚ Frank Davis‚ was promoted out of the very position

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    Harnessing the Science of Persuasion A handful of gifted “naturals” simply know how to capture an audience‚ sway the undecided‚ and convert the opposition. Watching these masters of persuasion work their magic is at once impressive and frustrating. What’s im- pressive is not just the easy way they use charisma and eloquence to convince others to do as they ask. It’s also how eager those others are to do what’s requested of them‚ as if the persuasion itself were a favor they couldn’t wait to repay

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    In addition‚ Jean is also using the consultation influencing tactic by consulting her employees for ideas on the new policy. I believe the negotiation tactic is appropriate in this case because the exchange tactic would mean that Jean has no authority over the employees whom she is addressing. In this case‚ Ron is using the personal power source and during the meeting he uses the legitimate use of rational persuasion power type. This is evident when he shares data about other professionals

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    exert. Legitimate power is often associated with a job title or responsibilities and can be seen as a real power. This association with an individual’s position is sometimes referred to as positional power5. Legitimate or positional power infers authority on the individual often by their job

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    Facing a Difficult Situation At the young age of 23‚ Jim Davis has a promising career at Hereford National Bank. In three months‚ he has been promoted to Business Development Manager‚ tasked with developing a new strategy for the bank. His first big initiative of selling bank services through branch managers is at risk due to a twenty-five year veteran’s (Patty Mathews) reluctance to participate. How will Jim leverage his position and personal power to ensure success? Do Not Overlook the

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    to inspire employee 1 based on him working harder and extra hours will reflect a greater reward. Legitimate Power Legitimate power is found to be a position one holds in organization. According to Robbins & Judge‚ 2007) it gives the leader authority to control the organization and its assets. In the example in the scenario‚ the marketing manager has legitimate power also.

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    expectations. While this did not directly affect communication within the group‚ it did affect morale‚ as well as‚ the level of trust given to upper management. Legitimate power is another example of formal power and is defined as‚ “the formal authority to control and use organizational

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