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Edwin P. Hollander (1927-2020).

Lynn R Offermann¹

¹George Washington University.

The American Psychologist

|January 6, 2022

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This abstract memorializes Edwin P. Hollander, a key figure in leadership studies. His work emphasized engaged followership and the idiosyncrasy credit model, influencing organizational psychology.

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Area of Science:

Social Psychology
Organizational Behavior
Leadership Studies

Background:

Memorializes Edwin P. Hollander (1927-2020), a significant contributor to group and organizational leadership research.
Hollander's academic journey included foundational work in psychometrics and social psychology, with a career spanning Carnegie Mellon, SUNY Buffalo, and Baruch College.
His extensive service included leadership roles in major psychological associations and visiting appointments at prestigious institutions worldwide.

Purpose of the Study:

To commemorate the life and scholarly contributions of Edwin P. Hollander.
To highlight his seminal work in leadership, group dynamics, and organizational psychology.
To underscore his influence on the conceptualization of leadership as an interactive process.

Main Methods:

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Biographical review of career milestones and academic achievements.
Analysis of Hollander's key publications and theoretical contributions, including his influential books.
Examination of his leadership roles in professional organizations and academic institutions.

Main Results:

Hollander established leadership as an influence process involving leader, followers, and context.
He pioneered the concept of engaged followership, shifting focus from leader-centric to a more interactive model.
His idiosyncrasy credit model provided a framework for understanding follower perceptions' impact on leader behavior.

Conclusions:

Edwin P. Hollander profoundly shaped the field of leadership studies through his research and theoretical frameworks.
His emphasis on followership and contextual factors remains highly relevant to contemporary leadership research.
Hollander's legacy is cemented by his influential publications and the lasting impact of his idiosyncrasy credit model.