Question

The political power game is very real in today's organization. Explain this statement and provide example.

Answer 1

The statement is emphasizing the dynamics of the political power in today’s organization. Actions against the people who are in power can leave people helpless even if their actions were to strengthen the organizations. This is evident from the fact that most of the organization lose grip over execution because people lack power to employee it. An absolute authority and power helps people to implement and take actions without any issue.

For example, let us take example of Southwest which is 44 years old and still profitable in al 44 years continuously. The reason behind the power and the long tenure of the directors and CEO such as Gary Kelly who hold power to implement actions at ground level

Many a time we observe this in office, where people having good relationships with manager receive good bonus even after not performing well.