• Based on the LMX theory, focus on the existence of in-groups and out-groups. Think about a working unit or organization you are or were involved in that included in-groups and out-groups. Describe how the managers behavior and actions toward the in-group was different from those toward the out-group. Did this difference impact the out-groups productivity? How?
• The team focused leadership discussed in the TMX theory is said to result in group identification and increased productivity. In your opinion, is this correct? Do you think employing a TMX centered approach to leadership would increase effectiveness?