Types Of Power In Leadership

For this paper, you will discuss seven types of power in leadership.

Legitimate Power
Coercive Power
Expert Power
Informational Power
Reward Power
Connection Power
Referent Power
Define and describe the various types of power, compare and contrast the pros and cons of the use of each type. Select one type of power from the list and provide a current example of an individual(s) from business, sports, entertainment, politics, etc. who use this type of power. Describe how and why this individual fits your example. Be sure to discuss the role gender plays in the use of power.

This is an evidence based learning environment. Support your statements and conclusions with data and research.

Papers should be a minimum of five complete pages (not part of a page) to a maximum of 10 pages. This assignment must be submitted with a cover page and a separate reference page. The cover page should include the following information: name of assignment, student name, course title, assignment due date, and Certification of Authorship as noted in the syllabus. All papers must be typed in Word, double-spaced using Times New Roman 12 pt. font, with one-inch margins all around, and a five space indent for each paragraph. Spelling, grammar and punctuation count.