Balance of Power Between Employees and Emplyers

Consider the balance of power between the employer and employees in the employment relationship. Do you think that the law has provided a level playing field?

Respond to the following:

• Does the employer always have more power than the employee? Give an example where the employee may have greater power.

• Comment on how the balance of power may impact a department or unit's ability to achieve organizational goals and objectives.

• Prepare an example to show appropriate use of power by the employer and by the employee. What would be inappropriate use of power?