Although much as been written about how to make better decisions, a
decision by itself changes nothing. The big problem facing managers and
their organizations today is one of implementation--how to get things
done in a timely and effective way.
Problems of implementation are really issues of how to influence
behavior, change the course of events, overcome resistance, and get
people to do things they would not otherwise do. In a word, power.
Managing With Power provides an in-depth look at the role of power and
influence in organizations. Pfeffer shows convincingly that its
effective use is an essential component of strong leadership.
With vivid examples, he makes a compelling case for the necessity of
power in mobilizing the political support and resources to get things
done in any organization. He provides an intriguing look at the personal
attributes--such as flexibility, stamina, and a high tolerance for
conflict--and the structural factors--such as control of resources,
access to information, and formal authority--that can help managers
advance organizational goals and achieve individual success.