Class 5 - Social identity & followership

5 important questions on Class 5 - Social identity & followership

What is Identity (self-concept)

Collection of beliefs about oneself. Generally the identity embodies the answer to Who am I

Follower's group identification

When followers identify with a group led by a given leader they are more likely to;

  1. be influenced by the leader's proposals
  2. support the leader
  3. perceive the leader as charismatic     

Operationalization: role theory approach

Following is a contextual role taken by individuals who have a position of low authority
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Operationalization: a process approach

Following is the result of an interaction between two individuals whereby one individual grants another individual a leader identity or when a target is influenced by an agent

Kelley typology of followers

THINK
  • Do followers think for themselves?

ENGAGE
  • Are followers actively engaged?

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