How Do I Gain Power at Work?

Harvard Business Review · Oct 24, 2026 · 3m

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For many, power is a taboo topic. Jennifer Jordan, professor of leadership and organizational behavior at IMD Business School, argues it's important to acknowledge our discomforts while also realizing that power— when ethically used—can be a force for good. She provides insights into innate, primary, and secondary bases of power, as well as how to develop them.

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