Can we trust studies from the 1940?

One of the most comprehensive and replicated studies in behavioural theroies is one from that began at Ohio State University in 1940s. Researchers in that team sought top identify independent dimensions of leader behaviour. From thousands dimensions, they eventually narrowed the list to 2 categories (amazingly!). They are "initiating Structure" and " Consideration"

Initiating structure referes to the extent to which a leader likely to define and structure his/her role and those of employees in the search for goal attainment. It includes behaviour that attempts to organise work, work relationships, and goals.

Consideration is described as the extent to which a person is likely to have job, relationships that are characterized by mutual trust, respect for employees' ideas and regard for their feelings. Such a person show concern for follower's comfort, well-being, and satisfaction.