Male and female presidents: Some implications of leadership style

This research contends that a basic difference exists between the leadership styles of male and female presidents of U.S. corporations and can be represented as a measurable variable on a continuum from very task-oriented (authoritative) to very employee-oriented (democratic).

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Published in:Human resource management 1974-12, Vol.13 (4), p.25-26
Main Author: Helmich, Donald L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Corporate presidents
Executives
Females
Gender differences
Hypotheses
Management styles
Managers
Women
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Summary:This research contends that a basic difference exists between the leadership styles of male and female presidents of U.S. corporations and can be represented as a measurable variable on a continuum from very task-oriented (authoritative) to very employee-oriented (democratic).
ISSN:0090-4848
1099-050X
DOI:10.1002/hrm.3930130405