Fatal Attraction: The Dangers of Leaders Flocking Together
by Shaker A. Zahra and Reham A. Eltantawy
Despite efforts to increase diversity among companies' leaders, a phenomenon known as homophily–the tendency of individuals to like and associate with others who are similar to themselves–remains prevalent. Homophily can have serious implications for leaders and their organizations, jeopardizing morale and stifling innovation and strategic renewal.
One of the truisms about human personality is that people tend to like, associate with, and bond with others who are similar to themselves. This phenomenon is known as homophily. Whether the group ...
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