I need to code parameters like responsibility or status (gain/loss) for my thesis. However, it is extremely difficult for me to come up with an approach to code status.
You may find the following article helpful. You can look on google scholar to see who has cited them and that may provide additional useful sources.
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Marr, J. C., & Thau, S. 2014. Falling from great (and not-so-great) heights: How initial status position influences performance after status loss. Academy of Management Journal, 57(1): 223-248.