Similarity and dissimilarity between superiors and subordinates and their implications for dyadic relationship quality



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Nereida Salette Paulo da Silveira
Darcy Mitiko Mori Hanashiro

Abstract

Although literature advocates the advantages of work force diversification, studies based on the Similarity- Attraction Paradigm indicate that people are more disposed to feel attraction to those who are similar to them. A field study with the comparative data of 89 dyads investigated the effect of the actual and perceived similarity in the quality of the relationship between superiors and subordinates within the Leader-Member Exchange [LMX] perspective. The investigated characteristics were: gender, age and work-family conflict. The data indicate the influence only of perceived similarity in the quality of the relationship between superiors and subordinates. This effect broadens when the subordinate feels satisfied with the quality and frequency of contact with his/her superior. The methodological procedures included factorial analysis and validation of two scales (EIFT and LMX-7), the correlations analysis and hierarchic regressions. Finally, the implications of some results and directions for future research in diversity are discussed.

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Silveira, N. S. P. da, & Hanashiro, D. M. M. (1). Similarity and dissimilarity between superiors and subordinates and their implications for dyadic relationship quality. Journal of Contemporary Administration, 13(1), 117-135. https://doi.org/10.1590/S1415-65552009000100008
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