PSYC-3450 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Social Exchange Theory, Ingroups And Outgroups
25 Oct 2018
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Some theories focus on leaders (skills, traits, and behavioural style) Other theories focus on the follower and the context (situational leadership, contingency theory, and path-goal theory) Lmx conceptualizes leadership as a social exchange process among dyads. Social exchange theory suggests that many relationships are driven by cost-bene t analysis. Vertical dyad: series of exchange relationships between the leader and follower(s) Based on compatibility and subordinate competence and dependability. Quality of the exchange: includes mutual trust, respect, and obligation. Works groups are a series of vertical dyads. Some dyads develop stronger exchange than others. Leader has control over and provides outcomes. Subordinates have control over and provide work e ort and commitment. In-group status based on compatibility, and subordinate competence and dependability. Role expansion & going above and beyond . Requires manager and responsiveness and attentiveness; avoidance of punishment. Role expansion: members create and initiate duties that go beyond their job restriction.
