Vertical dyad linkage theory

Leader-Member Exchange and Followership

Chapter 7 Part Two: Team Leadership

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Learning Outcomes

Describe the two subgroups that can form under Vertical Dyadic Linkage Theory.

Define the two kinds of relationships that can occur between a leader and followers under Leader-Member Exchange Theory.

Describe the role of the leader and follower in influencing LMX relationships.

Discuss the main criticisms of LMX Theory.

Describe the two behaviors used in the Kelley Model and the resulting five follower types.

Briefly describe the three factors that can enhance a follower’s influence.

List five things a leader should delegate.

An effective evaluation should accomplish at least three things – Name them.

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From Vertical Dyadic Linkage Theory to Leader-Member Exchange Theory

Some suggest the quality of relationship between a leader and a follower is more predictive of follower outcomes than traits or behaviors of leaders.

Vertical dyadic linkage (VDL) theory focuses on how the relationship (or linkage) between a leader and follower can affect leadership.

In the 1980’s VDL was renamed the leader-member exchange theory (LMX).

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Vertical Dyadic Linkage Theory

Supporters of VDL believe leadership is better understood by examining dyads (pairs of relations) made up of a leader and follower (a vertical hierarchy).

Rather than focus on Average Leadership Style (ALS) which treats all subordinates equally.

A dyad is defined as the individualized relationship between a leader and each follower in a work unit.

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