Although much as been written about how to make better
decisions, a decision by itself changes nothing. The big 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 really issues of how to
influence behavior, change the course of events, overcome
resistance, and get people to do things they would not otherwise
do. In a word, power. Managing With Power provides an in-depth look
at the role of power and influence in organizations. Pfeffer shows
convincingly that its effective use is an essential component 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 any organization. He provides an
intriguing look at the personal attributes--such as flexibility,
stamina, and a high 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.
關於作者:
Jeffrey Pfeffer is Professor of Organizational Behavior at the
Graduate School of Business, Stanford University. He is the author
or co-author of 11 books, and a monthly column in Business 2.0.