Organizational Politics Refers to Any Use of Power to Influence

question 128

True/False

Organizational politics refers to any use of power to influence others.

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Definitions:

Teams

Groups of people brought together to achieve a common goal, often characterized by complementary skills and collaborative efforts.

Perceived Goal Incompatibility

The belief that the goals of two or more individuals or groups are mutually exclusive, leading to conflict.

Intergroup Conflict

This refers to tension and discord between groups within an organization, caused by competition for resources, differing values, or misunderstandings.

Sales Department

A division within a company responsible for the sale of products and services to customers.