Jeffrey Pfeffer: Power (and How to Get More of It)

A professor of organizational behavior describes how you can increase your influence at work.

Jeffrey Pfeffer

March 19, 2015

| by Jeffrey Pfeffer

Jeffrey Pfeffer reveals the secrets for building your personal power at work, and explains why workplace politics are critical to your career success.

How important is power in the workplace? 0:05
What strategies can I use to increase my power at work? 1:40
Why are social relationships important for advancing your career? 3:09
Does confidence matter more than authenticity? 4:43

For media inquiries, visit the Newsroom.

Editor’s Picks

Explore More

January 07, 2026

Class Takeaways — How to Build Connection Through Better Listening

Five lessons in five minutes: Professor Christian Wheeler shares how to have deeper, more productive conversations.

August 27, 2025

Employees Want Their Bosses to Respond to Feedback — But Not Too Quickly

Sudden shifts in behavior may be seen as inauthentic, even if they’re made in good faith.

August 14, 2025

“Ideas That We Can All Deploy”: Think Fast, Talk Smart Live

At a panel in Cape Town, Stanford GSB professors shared research-backed insights with an audience of global business leaders and entrepreneurs.

Subscribe to Stanford Business Email

Contact Media Relations