In Most High-Tech Industries, the Best Way to Respond Quickly

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True/False

In most high-tech industries, the best way to respond quickly to rapid technological changes is to keep most authority and responsibility in the hands of a few key managers who provide precise, detailed directions to the workers.

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Definitions:

Organizational Politics

The activities and behaviors employees engage in to gain power and achieve their goals within a workplace, often involving influence and networking.

Political Behavior

involves actions not officially sanctioned by an organization that are aimed at influencing the distribution of advantages and disadvantages within it.

Admired Personal Characteristics

Qualities or traits that are highly regarded or esteemed by individuals or societies.

Referent Power

A form of influence based on the leader's personal traits, where followers identify with or want to be like the leader.