The Political Frame
The Political Frame of an organization proposes that "interdependence, divergent interests, scarcity, and power relations inevitably spawn political activity," (Bolman and Deal, 2017. Pg. 184). However, political savvy and interpersonal skills are key capabilities required for successful leaders. Networking, bargaining, and negotiating are some of the best practices used by managers. They use these practices to build a portfolio that can be mutually beneficial. It has the potential to promote collaboration and establish long-term relationships.
Political Case Analysis
The Political Frame of an organization proposes that "interdependence, divergent interests, scarcity, and power relations inevitably spawn political activity," (Bolman and Deal, 2017. Pg. 184). However, political savvy and interpersonal skills are key capabilities required for successful leaders. Networking, bargaining, and negotiating are some of the best practices used by managers. They use these practices to build a portfolio that can be mutually beneficial. It has the potential to promote collaboration and establish long-term relationships.
Political Case Analysis
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Reflection
Setting an agenda is a political skill that managers use to outline goals and create strategies to achieve the long-term vision. A vision without a strategy remains an illusion, (Bolman and Deal, 2017. Pg. 205). My overall vision involved bringing a bias to light in hopes of stopping any potential bias for others in the future. However, my strategy for doing so was unsuccessful because my agenda did not involve mapping the political terrain, networking, or negotiating. Moving forward, I now better understand the value of the Political Frame and how to use it for my and the organizations benefit.
References
Bolman, L. G., & Deal, T. E. (2017). Reframing organizations: Artistry, choice, and leadership (6th ed.). San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.
Setting an agenda is a political skill that managers use to outline goals and create strategies to achieve the long-term vision. A vision without a strategy remains an illusion, (Bolman and Deal, 2017. Pg. 205). My overall vision involved bringing a bias to light in hopes of stopping any potential bias for others in the future. However, my strategy for doing so was unsuccessful because my agenda did not involve mapping the political terrain, networking, or negotiating. Moving forward, I now better understand the value of the Political Frame and how to use it for my and the organizations benefit.
References
Bolman, L. G., & Deal, T. E. (2017). Reframing organizations: Artistry, choice, and leadership (6th ed.). San Francisco, CA: Jossey-Bass.
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