The Influence of Intelligence, Task Ability, and Motivation on Group Performance.

Abstract

Two field studies, based on a total of 102 mess halls at two different Army posts, investigated the conditions under which leader and subordinate member intelligence affect organizational performance. The research showed that the relations between intelligence and task ability with performance are jointly moderated by the leader's directive or participative style as well as his and his members' motivation to perform well. The research has implications for our understanding of participative management and for the better utilization of marginal and intellectually superior personnel.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1976
Accession Number
ADA021283

Entities

People

  • Fred E. Fiedler
  • Jon W. Blades

Organizations

  • University of Washington

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Directives
  • Management Personnel
  • Motivation
  • Participative Management
  • Personnel Management

Fields of Study

  • Psychology

Readers

  • Military History of the United States in the 20th Century.
  • Organizational Psychology.