The effect of others’ attributions in feedback

Purpose Research has supported both feedback’s variable effects on performance and the effect of attributions subsequent behavior. Managers’ for subordinates’ affect how they react to those subordinates feedback give, own their It is unclear whether (or how) a manager’s subordinate behavior Building research that shows emotional reactions in response feedback, this study aims examine recipients’ perceptions effort are affected when others’ shared through feedback. Design/methodology/approach Drawing attribution theory intervention theory, conducts lab experiment using manipulated test sign Perceptions also measured effects. The data were analyzed analysis variance regression SPSS 27. Findings Results show communicated rather than alone, perceived valence (e.g. with an luck generally as negative). These acceptance impact more “objective” attribution, underscoring importance recipient process. Originality/value This paper included reactions, performance. valuable scholars researching practitioners better understand deliver may be interpreted.