How a Middle Manager Can Make Shifting Power Dynamics Work for Them

When entering a new workplace there are certain aspects of the company culture that the new hire is expected to adopt. Dress, language choice, body language, and most importantly how to respond to the power dynamics that already exist.

Power dynamics are complex interpersonal relationships that exist at every organization.  Every social interaction is a power equation, who has it and who doesn’t will determine the outcome.

A middle manager’s power is a multifaceted dance between leading a group and complying with senior management.  There are many leadership books on the market, but the truth is that a middle manager can really only use those traditional techniques half of the time.  Power stance?  Nope, not in front of the boss.
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