Power, Politics, and Organizational Change
by David Buchanan, Richard Badham
Power, Politics, and Organizational Change
by David Buchanan, Richard Badham
Book Summary
- Power dynamics are intrinsic to organizational change, influencing both the process and outcomes.
- Organizational change is not merely a technical or procedural challenge but deeply intertwined with political behavior and contestation.
- Change agents must navigate complex networks of interests, alliances, and conflicts to implement effective transformation.
- Formal authority alone is insufficient; informal power structures and coalitions often determine success or failure.
- The interplay between resistance and compliance reflects underlying political struggles rather than simple opposition to change.
- Understanding the micro-politics within organizations reveals how everyday actions shape larger change processes.
- Leadership during change requires astute political...
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