The Best Way to Read a Room Is to Look

question 76

True/False

The best way to read a room is to look where the highest-ranking people in the room are so you can get into that group.

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Definitions:

Individual Power

The capacity or ability of a single person to influence others or change outcomes in a desired way.

Legitimate Power

Power derived from a person’s position or job in an organization.

Organizational Role

The set of responsibilities, activities, and expectations associated with a specific position within an organization.

Expert Power

Power derived from having special information or expertise that is valued by an organization.