Path-goal theory and leader-member exchange (LMX) theory are two theories of innovative leadership. Path-goal theory proposes that a leader's behavior is related to subordinate satisfaction, motivation, and performance, and that leaders should select behaviors suited to helping employees achieve their goals. LMX theory conceptualizes leadership as a process centered around relationships between leaders and followers, with leaders differentiating between in-group and out-group members based on relationship quality and quality of exchange.
Path-goal theory and leader-member exchange (LMX) theory are two theories of innovative leadership. Path-goal theory proposes that a leader's behavior is related to subordinate satisfaction, motivation, and performance, and that leaders should select behaviors suited to helping employees achieve their goals. LMX theory conceptualizes leadership as a process centered around relationships between leaders and followers, with leaders differentiating between in-group and out-group members based on relationship quality and quality of exchange.
Path-goal theory and leader-member exchange (LMX) theory are two theories of innovative leadership. Path-goal theory proposes that a leader's behavior is related to subordinate satisfaction, motivation, and performance, and that leaders should select behaviors suited to helping employees achieve their goals. LMX theory conceptualizes leadership as a process centered around relationships between leaders and followers, with leaders differentiating between in-group and out-group members based on relationship quality and quality of exchange.
Read articles discussing the two theories of innovative leadership: path-goal theory and leader-member (LMX) theory. Then make a matrix summarizing the key points emphasized in these theoretical articles.
IL Theories Theorist Key points
Martin Evans & Leaders behavior is related to Robert House (1971) the satisfaction, motivation and performance of their subordinates. Leaders select specific behaviors that are best suitable to the employees in order to guide them Path- Goal properly and provide the Theory path towards achieving the goal Leader behavior which provides what the subordinate needs most to cope with the situation will be most well received.
Fred Dansereau, Conceptualizes leadership as
Gearge Graen & a process that is centered in Willian Haga (1975) relationship between leaders and followers. Leaders differentiate between followers in terms of the quality if the relationship Leader- formed with each follower. Member 1. In-group Theory members 2. Outgroup members High quality leader- member exchange results better positive outcomes.