Abstract
In studying the relationship between individualism-collectivism and
team performance, empirical research has shown that individualistic
team members exert a negative influence on team performance. However,
theoretical understanding of why this relationship exists is lacking.
Addressing this gap in the literature, this research proposes a theoretical
model of the relationship between individualism-collectivism and
team performance by integrating two previously distinct theories,
social identity theory and the social relations model. Drawing upon
these theories, we propose that team identification, meta-perception
accuracy, and team identity will mediate the relationship between
individualism-collectivism and team performance. Further, we posit
that task interdependence will moderate the relationship between
individualism-collectivism and team identifi-cation. In developing
our work, we formulate testable propositions which are aligned with
the specific relationships shown in our model. After presenting our
model and propositions, we discuss the theoretical and practical
implications of our work, and suggest areas for future research.
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