Asked by Emery Moore on Sep 27, 2024

Which research group labeled task behaviors "initiating structure"?

A) Ohio State studies
B) Michigan studies
C) Blake and Mouton
D) Stogdill and Zacaro

Ohio State Studies

A series of studies that identified two critical dimensions of leadership behavior: consideration (relationship-oriented behaviors) and initiating structure (task-oriented behaviors).

Task Behaviors

refer to the actions and activities an individual performs in order to complete specific objectives or tasks.

Initiating Structure

A leadership behavior that focuses on defining roles, tasks, and the structures necessary to achieve goals efficiently.

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