Does Psychological Distance obliterate LMX fruits? Mediating Role of Perceptions of Task Identity

Numair Ahmad Sulehri; MUHAMMAD AHMAD

Abstract:

Leadership dynamics are getting increased attention of researchers, for its role in organization building. This study explains the Leader-Member Exchange (LMX) on creativity, with the intervention of task perception (PTI) and moderation of psychological distance (PD). Using multi-time, multi-source data collection from 250 white-collar employees from the manufacturing sector of Pakistan. A convenient sampling technique with a self-administered questionnaire is used to collect data. Findings of the study revealed that LMX is positively related to PTI and creativity and mediation of PTI and Moderation of PD are also significant. The study adds to the discussion on the leadership role in organizations for the creation of innovation. Keywords: Leader-Member Exchange, Social Exchange, Psychological distance, Creativity, Task perception, Time Lagged.

research from:

• Foundation University - Faculty of Management Sciences

Year:

2020

Type of Publication:

Article

Journal:

International Review of Social Science

Volume:

8

Number:

7

Pages:

108-119

Month:

7