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Organizational Characterization And Social Exchange Theories

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Chen and colleagues (2014) mention that out of the organizational characterization and social exchange theories, the LMX theory was formed and that it concentrated solely on the relationship between the supervisors and each of their subordinates. The nature of the LMX relationship has been the focal point for research studies, especially those that are correlated with quality of the subordinate performance. According to Banks and associates (2014), LMX theory was utilized to assess the two-way (dyadic) approach of looking at relationships. These LMX relationships are exclusively grounded in the social exchanges between supervisors and subordinates. These social exchanges enhance the quality of the LMX relationship and likely make the …show more content…

However, the meta-analysis for this study did not include correlation LMX quality and workplace performance for a supervisor. Fein and colleagues (2013) mention that researchers suggest the subordinates in a lower-quality LMX relationship feel pessimistic about their job environment, are tasked with routine assignments, have fewer promotion opportunities, and receive little supervisory support. The conclusion was that there is a direct relationship between the subordinate’s ratings in a “low-quality LMX relationship and job dissatisfaction.” M. Abu Elanain (2014) says if a subordinate simply perceives that they are a member of the out-group (less favorable with the supervisor), ignored feelings of anxiety can be an unfavorable influence their workplace and organizational performance. Impact of LMX quality Martin and associates (2016) state that the impact of the quality of the relationship between the LMX on subordinate workplace performance has been the focal point of LMX research. The overwhelming amount of empirical evidence that correlates the quality of the LMX to work performance, has indicated that the subordinate’s relationship with their supervisor is relevant. A meta-analysis suggests that a “high-quality LMX relationship” is directed related to an increased level of employee performance and organizational performance. Porter & Schneider (2014) state

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