Two streams of argument regarding sex differences in leadership behavior have been evolved. One group of researchers has reported sex differences in leadership behavior whereas the other group has reported no differences. To resolve this issue, more studies are required. Attempting to better understand this issue, the current study examines the previous and current theories and explains the implication of macro-micro linkages in organizational research for studying sex differences in leadership behavior.
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