A correlational-causal analysis of the relationship between expectancy attitudes and job performance

Abstract

The causal basis for the relationship between expectancy attitudes and job performance was tested by the use of 2 correlational approaches to determining causality. Data were gathered from 55 managers on the probability that certain rewards could be obtained as a result of their job performance. Self-, superior-, and peer-ratings of job performance were obtained for each S. Similar attitude and performance data were collected at 2 points in time separated by about 1 yr. A cross-lagged correlational analysis of the data generally supported the view that the expectancy attitudes could be best thought of as causing the job performance. A dynamic correlational analysis of the data failed to show strong positive results. (19 ref.) (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved)