correct citing Managerial control and workers' collective action are essential concepts in analyzing labor relations and organizational behavior, and they play a crucial role in shaping workplace dynamics. These two themes often exist in tension; management typically seeks to assert authority, enhance operational efficiency, and maximize productivity. However, this can sometimes lead to restrictive practices that undermine employee morale. In contrast, workers, through individual efforts and organized collective actions, strive to assert their rights, influence workplace decisions, advocate for fair treatment, and secure improved working conditions. This essay will explore Krahn et al.,2010 perspective of the multifaceted nature of managerial control, examining not only its various formssuch as hierarchical authority, performance monitoring, and standardized proceduresbut also the psychological and economic motivations behind management's pursuit of such control. We will also discuss how these control mechanisms can stimulate collective action among workers, including strikes, unionization efforts, and other collective bargaining strategies aimed at securing better employment terms. Furthermore, we will provide a historical overview illustrating how the balance of power between management and labor has evolved over the years, referencing significant strikes and labor movements that have shaped legislation and workplace standards. Contemporary examples will be analyzed, refl