Social capital is an asset that has been positively linked to people's positions in social networks (Burt, 1992). Yet, what allows some people to shift into these positions has received far less attention. We sought to fill this hole in the literature by offering socio-cognitive explanations for...

Leaders often establish personal relationships with their subordinates. These relationships are quite useful to both leaders and their followers. Such personal connections allow leaders to better motivate their subordinates, more efficiently communicate with them, increase trust, and receive...

Drawing upon Cabrera and Thomas-Hunt's (2006) theoretical framework for the advancement of executive women, we identify gender differences in social networks as an important determinant of the relative perceived credibility of men and women and the opportunities for hire and promotion available...