PresentingThe Leader-Member Exchange Theory

Corey White

Curious?

So is he

What does it mean? Basically, the Leader-Member Exchange theory creates matches in the work place to help it run

smoother. Different tests are used to determine who possesses compatible traits,

with the intentions of grouping these people together to

create a happier, more efficient work place.

So you don’t end up like this…

The Leader-Member Exchange theory actually encourages the development of relationships with coworkers.

Not everyone likes this idea…

So what makes it so different?

Uses in the workplace

Although attention has only been drawn to a few companies for using these new age methods,

many others are rapidly installing worker compatibility programs. They may be only

utilizing certain aspects of the Leader-Member exchange theory but Google,

Facebook, and Patagonia are some of the most popular companies experimenting with

these new age management methods.

Criticism?Some people believe that the the theory is flawed and the tests used in the Leader-Member Exchange theory categorize people according to things like age and gender.

These critics suggest that for the theory to be as impacting as

it’s supporters claim, the focus

would have to be on things like

personality type, interests, and

other traits that more specific to each individual.

To Sum it up…The goal of this whole

theory is to take a work place and mold it’s components into

their own creations, so that they can operate

as smoothly as possible and in turn

generating an environment in which everyone can excel.