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EP 450: The Will to Share Power with Tania Luna
Nov 2, 2023
Tania Luna, an expert on power and its role in the workplace, joins the podcast to discuss power sharing and its importance in the future of work. The hosts explore the different perceptions of power across cultures and contrast it with Western notions of coercion and control. They also delve into the concept of power over versus power with, emphasizing the inefficiency of operating in a power over paradigm. Additionally, they discuss feminist solidarity, questioning power dynamics, and advocating for power sharing, interdependence, and freedom.
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- Understanding how to effectively wield and cultivate power is influenced by cultural and institutional factors.
- Power with involves including all voices, encouraging participation, and enabling individuals and teams to grow their power through skill development, decision-making authority, and sharing knowledge and context.
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Power as the Capacity to Get Things Done
Power is the ability to accomplish tasks and make things happen. It is crucial for success in any endeavor, whether it's achieving sales goals or simply turning on a light switch. Understanding how to effectively wield and cultivate power is influenced by cultural and institutional factors. While some cultures emphasize power sharing at all community levels, Western society often promotes Machiavellian strategies and unequal power distribution. This common association of power with control and violence can lead to distrust or avoidance of power.
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