This week we are discussing Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) Theory, which addresses

This week we are discussing Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) Theory, which addresses leadership as a process centered on the interactions between leaders and followers. It makes the leader–member relationship the pivotal concept in the leadership process. While other theories emphasize leadership from the point of view of the leader or the follower and context, leader–member exchange (LMX) theory conceptualizes leadership as a process that is centered on the interactions between leaders and followers.
Research into LMX theory has also focused on how exchanges between leaders and followers can be used for leadership development (Graen & Uhl-Bien, 1991). Leadership development emphasizes that leaders should develop high-quality exchanges with all of their followers rather than just a few. It attempts to make all followers feel as if they are a part of the in-group and, by so doing, avoids the inequities and negative implications of being in an out-group.
IMPORTANT: Your initial discussion post in the Discussion Board Forum must be your own original work. Students who utilize AI/ChatGPT will receive an automatic zero.
Discussion Question
Contrast the experiences of in-group and out-group members. Have you observed groups that fit these descriiptions in an organization in which you work or with which you affiliate? Give specific examples to support your observations.
Instructions:
Participate in Discussion Board #1
Post your initial response on Tuesday by 11:59 EST.
Respond to two (2) of your classmate’s posts no later than Saturday by 11:59 PM EST.
Note: I am looking for good dialogue between students. Do not merely repeat what is written in the text or PowerPoint presentation. Include examples to reinforce your position.