The reasoning behind this hypothesis
was that the subordinate would again restrict adverse information to the more powerful
superior who could have a greater influence on his future salary or promotional chances.
Theories
From the foregoing research two basic theories have emerged. The ‘status
approximatron’ theory claims that when ‘lows’ seek upward movement in a hierarchy of
status or power, but cannot achieve it, then their excessive communication to the higher
status group members cap. be looked upon as a ‘psychological substitute’ for the
upward mobility they have failed to achieye. The second theory regards other upward
communication as being ‘instrumentally oriented’ towards promotion. i.e. aspiring lows
attempt to maximizegOQd relations with highs in order to achieve the upward
movement they desire. Typically they will try to cover up their mistakes and take
every opportunity to agree with and praise their superiors. Because of the importance of
these theories to managerial communication, more examples of research are worthy of
consideration.
Hurwitz et al. suggest that upward communication in any social organization is primarily
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