How managers influence superiors: A study of upward influence tactics

Thomas L. Case, Lloyd N. Dosier, Eugene Murkison, Richard Stapleton, J. Bernard Keys

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Abstract

<p> A field study was conducted to investigate the methods used by subordinate managers to influence superiors. Unlike previous upward influence studies, the investigation provides a detailed picture of upward influence approaches, addresses the issue of how managers combine influence tactics, and examines both the short&hyphen; and long&hyphen;term outcomes of successful and unsuccessful influence episodes. Successful influence attempts were found to enhance long&hyphen;term influence, to encourage managers to become more active in trying to influence superiors, and to be associated with increased earnings, advancement, and improved confidence.</p>
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)25-31
Number of pages7
JournalLeadership & Organization Development Journal
Volume9
Issue number4
DOIs
StatePublished - Apr 1 1988

Scopus Subject Areas

  • Business, Management and Accounting (miscellaneous)
  • Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

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