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journal article When Job Dissatisfaction Leads to Creativity: Encouraging the Expression of VoiceThe Academy of Management Journal Vol. 44, No. 4 (Aug., 2001) , pp. 682-696 (15 pages) Published By: Academy of Management https://doi.org/10.2307/3069410 https://www.jstor.org/stable/3069410 Read and download Log in through your school or library Alternate access options For independent researchers Read Online Read 100 articles/month free Subscribe to JPASS Unlimited reading + 10 downloads Purchase article $29.00 - Download now and later Abstract This study focused on the conditions under which job dissatisfaction will lead to creativity as an expression of voice. We theorized that useful feedback from coworkers, coworker helping and support, and perceived organizational support for creativity would each interact with job dissatisfaction and continuance commitment (commitment motivated by necessity) to result in creativity. In a sample of 149 employees, as hypothesized, employees with high job dissatisfaction exhibited the highest creativity when continuance commitment was high and when (1) useful feedback from coworkers, or (2) coworker helping and support, or (3) perceived organizational support for creativity was high. Journal Information The Academy of Management Journal presents cutting edge research that provides readers with a forecast for new management thoughts and techniques. All articles published in the journal must make a strong empirical and/or theoretical contribution. All empirical methods including (but not limited to) qualitative, quantitative, or combination methods are represented. Articles published in the journal are clearly relevant to management theory and practice and identify both a compelling practical management issue and a strong theoretical framework for addressing it. For more than 40 years the journal has been recognized as indispensable reading for management scholars. The journal has been cited in such forums as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, The Economist and The Washington Post. The journal is published six times per year with a circulation of 15,000. Publisher Information The Academy of Management (the Academy; AOM) is a leading professional association for scholars dedicated to creating and disseminating knowledge about management and organizations. The Academy's central mission is to enhance the profession of management by advancing the scholarship of management and enriching the professional development of its members. The Academy is also committed to shaping the future of management research and education. Founded in 1936, the Academy of Management is the oldest and largest scholarly management association in the world. Today, the Academy is the professional home for more than 18290 members from 103 nations. Membership in the Academy is open to all individuals who find value in belonging. Rights & Usage This item is part of a JSTOR Collection. What Is Job Dissatisfaction?Job dissatisfaction is when an employee does not feel content in their job. This can be due to various professional and personal reasons such as lack of advancement, poor management, limited work-life balance, and more. What Causes Job Dissatisfaction?Work takes up a significant percentage of one’s life, and people have expectations of what their job should be like. When these expectations are not met, it brings feelings of disappointment, bitterness, and lack of interest, leading to job dissatisfaction. Job dissatisfaction can grow from a variety of reasons, like:
Employee Satisfaction with eNPS® Harness the power of employee Net Promoter Score℠ What Happens When Workers Are Not Satisfied?When workers are not satisfied, this can compel them to find job opportunities elsewhere. Others may choose to stay and remain unhappy. This might be due to fear of change, lack of updated skills, or an unwillingness to let go of certain benefits (their current pay, healthcare, retirement plan, etc.). Employee Response to Job DissatisfactionEmployee response to job dissatisfaction can be broken down into four categories:
Job Dissatisfaction EffectsNot only does job dissatisfaction decrease work performance and morale, it can also negatively impact your bottom line. When employees are not engaged in their work, they are less likely to have the motivation to be productive and carry out quality services. Studies have shown a connection between a positive employee experience and a higher return on assets and sales. Companies that were ranked in the top 25 percent on employee experience reported nearly three times the return on assets and double the return on sales compared to businesses in the bottom quartile. 5 Signs of Job DissatisfactionThere are five key signs of job dissatisfaction. Employers can use these to help them better gauge the level of dissatisfaction in their workplace and make necessary changes. 1. Lack of InterestTexting friends, browsing through social media, or simply staring at the ceiling can illustrate a lack of interest in one’s work. One of the early signs of job dissatisfaction, disinterest progressively grows worse over time and can impact work performance. 2. ProcrastinationA lack of interest can drive employees to procrastinate. People who procrastinate generally:
3. IrritabilityThough every job carries its own set of stressful moments, if employees are constantly stressed out and in an irritable mood, this only makes job dissatisfaction worse. Irritability not only adversely affects one’s mental health, but it also affects their colleagues around them. 4. Frequent AbsencesWhen people aren’t happy with their jobs, they don’t want to carry out their responsibilities. Thus, they have a tendency to call in sick frequently. Frequent absences show an employee is unengaged and uncommitted to their work. 5. Lack of EffortWhen an employee isn’t fully investing their expertise and talents into their position, this is a sign they are not content. People who are satisfied with their jobs generally have more zeal to succeed in their roles. Employee Wellbeing The answer to engagement begins with the right questions. How Do You Overcome Job Dissatisfaction?Overcoming job dissatisfaction requires tapping into employee issues and enhancing their experience. There are a number of ways your team can boost employee experience:
Which type of response includes actively and constructively attempting to improve conditions?Actively and constructively attempting to improve conditions is part of the loyalty response to dissatisfaction.
What is the dissatisfaction expressed through active and constructive attempts to improve conditions?Voice : Dissatisfaction expressed through active and constructive attempts to improve conditions. Loyalty : Dissatisfaction expressed by passively waiting for conditions to improve. Neglect : Dissatisfaction expressed through allowing conditions to worsen.
Which response to dissatisfaction involves passively waiting for conditions to improve?Loyalty: involves passively but optimistically waiting for conditions to improve, including speaking up for the organization in the face of external criticism and trusting the organization and its management "to do the the right thing."
Is an active and constructive response to dissatisfaction?Voice is an active and constructive response to dissatisfaction. Siddarth has a positive attitude toward his organization. He feels the management treats all employees fairly in matters concerning rewards, takes into account employees' opinions, and overall, is highly supportive.
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