Power refers to the ability to influence others and make things happen as desired. There are various sources of power within organizations, including legitimate power, reward power, coercive power, expert power, and referent power. Empowerment involves managers helping others acquire and use power to make decisions affecting themselves and their work. Organizational politics involves intentionally enhancing self-interest through activities to develop and use power and resources to achieve preferred outcomes. Factors like available rewards and punishments influence political behavior. Managing politics effectively requires understanding the organizational culture, building credibility and support networks, implementing clear policies, and acting consistently with communications.