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Although much as been written about how to make better decisions, a conclusion alone changes nothing. The best problem facing managers and their organizations today is one of implementation--how to get things done in a timely and effective way. Problems of implementation are actually issues of how to influence behavior, change the course of events, overcome resistance, and get visitors to do things they might not otherwise do. In a word, power. Managing With Power has an detailed look at the role of power and influence in organizations. Pfeffer shows convincingly that its effective use is an essential element of strong leadership. With vivid examples, he makes a compelling case for the necessity of power in mobilizing the political support and resources to get things done in virtually any organization. He has an intriguing look at the personal attributes—such as flexibility, stamina, and a higher tolerance for conflict—and the structural factors—such as control of resources, access to information, and formal authority—that can help managers advance organizational goals and achieve individual success.
