Consideration and initiating structure are two dimensions of leader behavior identified in 1945 as a result of the Ohio State Leadership Studies.
Prior to 1945 most studies of leadership sought to identify the individual traits of effective leaders.
However, these studies yielded disappointing results when no set of traits were found that explained effective leadership.
[1] Consideration is the extent to which a leader exhibits concern for the welfare of the members of the group.
This factor is oriented towards interpersonal relationships, mutual trust and friendship.