Asked by Raelene Wagner on Sep 27, 2024

The Ohio State studies identified the behaviors of consideration and initiating structure as ______.

A) cause and effect
B) distinct and independent
C) high value and low value
D) interdependent

Ohio State Studies

A series of studies that identified two critical dimensions of leadership behavior: consideration (focusing on the welfare of followers) and initiating structure (organizing work and defining role responsibilities).

Initiating Structure

The aspect of leadership concerned with setting up clear guidelines, structures, and standards of performance for tasks.

Consideration

A leadership behavior characterized by showing concern and respect for followers, attending to their needs, and creating a supportive environment.

  • Identify and make distinctions between behaviors focused on task achievement and those focused on relationship building in a work context.