Exploring the Relationships among LMX Differentiation, Perceived Cohesion, and Solidarity Behavior

This study examined the relationships among leader-member exchange (LMX) differentiation, perceived cohesion, and solidarity behavior. To test our hypotheses, we employed data from a survey that collected a total of 217 responses from across various organizations in Taiwan. The results found that LMX differentiation was negatively related to perceived cohesion, which in turn had negative relationship to the team member's solidarity behavior. This study also confirmed the mediating role of perceived cohesion in the LMX differentiation and solidarity behavior relationship. That conclusion means perceived cohesion is important to group members' solidarity behavior. Implications for managers' behavior, limitations, and research recommendations conclude the paper.