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What is the characteristic of a leader that is employing Coercive Power?

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Explores the characteristics of a leader that is employing Coercive Power. References are provided.

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1. What is the characteristic of a leader that is employing Coercive Power?

The leader using coercive power has certain behavioral characteristics. Coercive power is based on fear. So a leader high in coercive power will be seen by others as a person who induces compliance because failure to comply will result in ...

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