The case describes a manager who has developed an effective working relationship with some subordinate but not others. Students have an opportunity to use LMX theory and attribution theory to analyze the reasons why the manager has not been able to develop an effective relationship with some subordinates.
1. What theories from the chapter are relevant for analyzing the case?
2. Evaluate Edâs behavior as a manager, and identify effective and ineffective actions.
3. What should Dan say or do now?