1.
Ruchika Yadav
– National Insurance Academy, Pune, Maharashtra, India
2.
Sushama Chaudhari
– National Insurance Academy, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Abstract
One of the most prominent theories
that deals with the dyadic relationship
between the superior and the
subordinate, and has consequences
on work performance of the subordinates,
is the Leader Member Exchange
theory (LMX). Drawing on
LMX theory, we examine the relationship
between the quality of LMX
dyad (superior-subordinate dyadic
relationship) and its impact on relationship conflict for Baby
Boomers, Gen X, Gen Y, and Gen Z
employees. We also examine if the
sai d rel at i onshi p dif f e rs f or an
intergenerational LMX dyad. Scope
of the research is limited to examining
The relationship between the
quality of LMX dyad and relationship
conflict from subordinate’s perspective.
Data were collected from
224 individuals from four generational
groups.
