Toward Proper Specification of the Effects of Leader Punitive Behavior: A Research Note.

Bateman, Thomas S.; And Others

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ERIC Number: EJ285141

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Publication Date: 1982

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Toward Proper Specification of the Effects of Leader Punitive Behavior: A Research Note.

Bateman, Thomas S.; And Others

Journal of Management, v8 n2 p83-93 Fall 1982

Tested the impact of leader punitive behavior on employee satisfaction in 457 hospital employees. Controlling for leader reward behavior, there was no direct positive effect of leader punitive behavior, and no moderating impact of role ambiguity. Discusses the importance of considering spuriousness in leader punitive behavior research. (WAS)

Descriptors: Employee Attitudes, Health Personnel, Job Satisfaction, Leadership Styles, Negative Reinforcement, Punishment, Rewards, Supervisory Methods

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research

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Language: English

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