To prepare complete the self assessment in Connect Ch 14 on the use of tactics.
This is part of the graded Connect work for the chapter. I am using it as the basis for this discussion board.
The results of the self-assessment only provide your overall use of tactics. For example, I am a “moderate” user of these tactics so as I reflect on that, I consider how effective I am as a leader using them and which ones I use more than the others. Before you begin this post reflect on the list of tactics and consider a couple that you know you use.
Be ready to share your thoughts on the self assessment and specifically share about your use of TWO tactics. Tell us if they work, why and how you feel about using them. Reply to TWO other students to share thoughts on using these tactics.
You need to create an original post and respond to TWO others to get credit. Your initial post is 150 -250 words. Replies to others need to be about 100 words.If these guidelines are not followed you will lose 5 points before grading for content.
Put a bit of thought into your writing. More depth delivers more points on this one. Here is the list of nine tactics to reference as you begin your post:
Rational persuasion – Use of reason, logic, or facts.
Inspiration – Appeal to people’s emotions, ideals, or values.
Consultation – Getting others to participate in planning and making decisions.
Ingratiation – Use of praise, flattery, or humor.
Personal appeals – Use of friendship and loyalty to convince others of a course of action.
Exchange – Trading favors.
Coalition – Using other people to help you make your appeal.
Pressure – Demanding compliance or using intimidation or threats.
Legitimating tactics – Making reference to a higher level manager or authority, or depending on your personal authority position
Please post with clear wording and respect. Avoid short phrases and just stating questions. For grading, in addition to your original post, please respond to two other posts. Make sure you do the self-assessment on time (it takes only a few minutes).
You must start a thread before you can read and reply to other threads