6. Power stemming from being close to power 7 Power stemming from managing critical problems 6 Power derived from capitalizing upon opportunity 5 Power stemming from providing resources 4 Power stemming from ownership 3 Power stemming from characteristics of the person ( Personal power ) 2 Power granted by the organization ( Position power ) 1 Types and Sources of Power S. No.
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8. Position Power: Most obvious and important Information Power: the power stemming from formal control over the information people need to do their work. The sales manager who control sales leads holds considerable power. 4 Coercive Power:: the power to punish for noncompliance; it is based on fear. 3 Reward Power: the authority to give employees rewards for compliance is referred to as reward power. 2 Legitimate Power : the lawful right to make a decision and expect compliance is called legitimate power. 1 Source of Position Power S. No.