In this week's YouTube video we look at empowerment and discuss differences between empowerment and control. What are your thoughts about the video and its message? If empowerment is so effective, why don't we see more of it in the workplace?

Begin your discussion by reading your assigned chapter and watching the video above about the significance of empowerment in organizations.

Share what you learned by synthesizing your research into your own words and citing your sources. At the minimum, you should cite your textbook and the video above.

Next, share your thoughts about the video and its message. If empowerment is so effective, why don't we see more of it in the workplace?

Develop your examples and supporting evidence thoroughly.

Complete your discussion by exploring how you might use the knowledge from this topic in your future professional and personal communication.