An Empirical Examination of Linkages Between Strategy, Managerial Characteristics, and Performance.

1 August 1982

journal article
Published by Academy of Management in Academy of Management Proceedings

Vol. 1982 (1) , 31-35
https://doi.org/10.5465/ambpp.1982.4976410

Abstract

Rooted in contingency theory, this study examines linkages between strategy, managerial characteristics, and performance at the SBU level. Based on data from 58 SBUs, it concludes (i) that "build" SBUs, when compared with "harvest" SBUs, tend to be headed by general managers with greater risk propensity and tolerance for ambiguity, and (ii) that a stronger strategy-manager fit is associated with greater performance.

Keywords

STRATEGIC PLANNING
CONTINGENCY THEORY (MANAGEMENT)
EXECUTIVES -- ATTITUDES
STRATEGIC BUSINESS UNITS
LEADERSHIP
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
RISK MANAGEMENT IN BUSINESS
MANAGEMENT RESEARCH
EXECUTIVES -- PSYCHOLOGY
RISK ASSESSMENT

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