Adapting to Frequent Changes: The Roles of Job Crafting and Personal Needs

2021 ◽  
pp. 002188632110260
Author(s):  
Lu Chen ◽  
Kaixuan Tang
Keyword(s):  
Self Regulation ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Job Crafting ◽  
Matched Sample ◽  
Approach And Avoidance ◽  
Transactional Theory ◽  
Approach Avoidance ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Practical Implications ◽  
Human Connection

Drawing on the transactional theory of stress and self-regulation theory, we propose a conceptual framework to examine how change frequency relates to approach or avoidance adaptations. Multiwave, multisource data from a matched sample of 424 subordinates and their supervisors indicate that (a) approach and avoidance crafting mediates the negative relationship between change frequency and adaptivity, (b) the need for human connection weakens the relationship between change frequency and approach–avoidance crafting, (c) the need for control strengthens the relationship between change frequency and approach–avoidance crafting, and (d) change frequency has a weakened (strengthened) indirect effect on adaptivity via approach crafting and avoidance crafting when employees have a high need for human connection (control). This study expands the research on job crafting and adaptivity and provides practical implications for organizations undergoing or soon to undergo changes.

Intangible assets and trade credit policy

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Sarah Taylor Hartsema ◽  
Chris Harris ◽  
Zhe Li ◽  
Thibaut G. Morillon
Keyword(s):  
Trade Credit ◽  
Intangible Assets ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Intangible Asset ◽  
Financial Constraint ◽  
Sales Growth ◽  
Credit Policy ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to identify whether the rise in intangible asset investment is related to trade credit investment and whether this relationship is driven by financial constraint and other firm factors.Design/methodology/approachThe study conducts fixed effect regressions testing the relationship between trade credit investment and intangible asset levels. The relationship is further examined for all firms based on product type, financial constraint and sales growth.FindingsThere is a negative relationship between investment in trade credit and the level of intangible assets as a proportion of total assets. This negative relationship is largely explained by firms in industries that traditionally utilize more trade credit, firms with financial constraints and firms with low sales growth.Practical implicationsThe level of investment in intangible assets continues to rise, while investment in trade credit is declining. This paper is the first to identify whether these trends could be related and to provide some explanation why.Originality/valueThis study is the first to link investment in trade credit with investment in intangible assets. There is a negative relationship that is most pronounced for firms that typically offer more trade credit, that are experiencing financial constraint and that are experiencing low growth.

Intelligence and job satisfaction in the USA and China

2014 ◽  
Vol 9 (3) ◽  
pp. 232-244 ◽  
Author(s):  
Cassandra Thompson ◽  
Samuel Lane
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Empirical Studies ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Turnover Rates ◽  
Content Type ◽  
The Usa ◽  
Different Cultures ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose – This study aims to evaluate both intelligence and job satisfaction of workers in the USA and China. Each topic will be studied individually, first, to determine the relationship between intelligence and job satisfaction. The statistics between China and the USA will then be compared and contrasted to assess how different cultures will affect emotional intelligence and job satisfaction of those in the workforce. Design/methodology/approach – A review of the empirical studies on intelligence and job satisfaction was performed and used to develop a model to guide future research. Findings – There is a negative relationship between intelligence and job satisfaction in the USA, but no studies have been done to compare both constructs cross-culturally. Research limitations/implications – The proposed study can be used to gain an understanding of the relationship between intelligence and job satisfaction across different cultures. Practical implications – The link between job satisfaction and intelligence can be used by employers to determine information about other aspects of their business, such as turnover rates of productive employees. Originality/value – Although there has been some research on the relation between intelligence and job satisfaction, notably by Ganzach (1998), very little has been done across cultures.

scholarly journals Explaining the relationship between ingroup identification and intergroup bias following recategorization: A self-regulation theory analysis

2010 ◽  
Vol 13 (2) ◽  
pp. 251-261 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rhiannon N. Turner ◽  
Richard J. Crisp
Keyword(s):  
Self Regulation ◽  
Positive Association ◽  
Intergroup Bias ◽  
Theory Analysis ◽  
Regulation Theory ◽  
Régulation Theory ◽  
Ingroup Identification ◽  
Degree Of Differentiation ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Practical Implications

We tested the hypothesis that regulation of discrepancies between perceived actual and ideal differentiation between the ingroup and outgroup could help to explain the relationship between ingroup identification and intergroup bias when participants are recategorized into a superordinate group. Replicating previous findings, we found that following recategorization, identification was positively related to intergroup bias. No such differences emerged in a control condition. However, we also, in the recategorization condition only, observed a positive association between ingroup identification and the perceived discrepancy between actual and ideal degree of differentiation from the outgroup: at higher levels of identification, participants increasingly perceived the ingroup to be less differentiated from the outgroup than they would ideally like. This tendency mediated the relationship between identification and bias. We discuss the theoretical, methodological and practical implications of these findings.

scholarly journals Linking Challenge Stress, Negative Affect, and Work Engagement: The Moderating Effect of Self-Compassion

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (4) ◽  
pp. 318
Author(s):  
Christophe RUKUNDO ◽  
Jean-Noel BEKA BE NGUEMA ◽  
Cynthia Atamba ◽  
Mohamed Habuba Halima ◽  
Akorfa Neku
Keyword(s):  
Negative Affect ◽  
Work Engagement ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Mediating Effects ◽  
Self Compassion ◽  
Executive Mba ◽  
Challenge Stress ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Practical Implications

Dealing with challenging stressors is unquestionably the cornerstone of work life. On the other hand, challenge stress alters employees' work engagement and makes them feel unsure of their ability to develop careers and perform well. In this study, we tested the mediating effects of negative affect on the negative relationship between challenge stress and work engagement. This relationship was moderated directly by self-compassion. Data from 137 employed professionals enrolled in the Executive MBA in one of the largest Chinese universities were used to test these relationships. Data analysis results show that challenge stress has a significant negative effect on work engagement while negative affect mediated this relationship. The relationship between challenge stressors, negative affect, and work engagement was directly and indirectly moderated by self-compassion. We finished by discussing the theoretical and practical implications. 

scholarly journals Self-regulation as a predictor of Fear of Missing Out in emerging adulthood

2020 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-5
Author(s):  
Dedy Surya ◽  
Dara Aulina
Keyword(s):  
Emerging Adulthood ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Fear Of Missing Out ◽  
Correlational Research ◽  
Use Of Social Media ◽  
Age Range ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Scale Data

The use of social media due to the development of technology has implications for the tendency to know the activity in their social circle. This tendency is called Fear of Missing Out (FoMO). This study aims to determine the relationship between self-regulation and FoMO in emerging adulthood. By using quantitative correlational research methods, this study involved 99 students of Department of Psychology, Malikussaleh University, Aceh, Indonesia with an emerging adulthood age range. The data in this study was collected using two scales, namely Self-Regulation Scale and FoMO Scale. Data analysis using Pearson Correlation. The results showed that there was no significant association between self-regulation variables and FoMO, indicated by the coefficient r = 0.544 and p = 0.000 < 0.05. This result means that there is a negative relationship between self-regulation and FoMO. Self-regulation contributed to FoMO in 4,00%. There were still 96% of other factors related to FoMO tendency. This research showed that self-regulation is too weak to predict FoMO in emerging adulthood

scholarly journals The Relationship between Self-Regulated Strategies and Burnout: A Teacher Analysis in the EFL Context of Iran

2017 ◽  
Vol 1 (2) ◽  
pp. 186
Author(s):  
Mojgan Karamooz ◽  
Mehry Haddad Narafshan
Keyword(s):  
English Language ◽  
Self Regulation ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Predictor Variable ◽  
Research Participant ◽  
Language Teachers ◽  
Efl Teachers ◽  
English Language Teachers ◽  
Related Stress ◽  
The Relationship

<p><em>The deleterious effects of teacher burnout (academic-related stress) on academic outcomes have been previously established. However, teacher burnout’s relationship with self</em><em>-</em><em>regulated strategies as well as underlying factors contributing to their potential relationship </em><em>is</em><em> less understood. Consequently,</em><em> the present study examined the link between Iranian EFL teachers’ self-regulation and burnout at Kerman English language institutes. For this aim, a total of 101 English language teachers teaching in fifteen language institutes in Kerman took part in this study. The research participant selection was according to the convenience sampling. They completed two questionnaires: Teachers’ Self-Regulation Questionnaire (TSRQ) designed by Yesim et al. (2009), based on the model proposed by Zimmerman’s self-regulation (2000), and Teachers’ Burnout Questionnaire (TBQ) extracted from Pines et al. (1981) Burnout Scale. This study was a quantitative correlation survey of issue in which the relationship between predictor variable (self-regulation) and criterion variable (burnout) was analyzed. The findings yielded via correlation analysis documented that there was a significant negative relationship between applying self-regulated strategies and burnout. Subsequent data analyses showed that among the components of self-regulated strategies, goal setting was the best predictor of burnout. </em><em>It means that EFL teachers who establish goals for their teaching and attempt to accomplish them will be rarely at the risk of burnout.</em><em> </em><em></em></p><em></em>

Job crafting and psychological capital: a multi-level study of their effects on innovative work behaviour

2021 ◽  
Vol 27 (1/2) ◽  
pp. 145-158
Author(s):  
Jin-Feng Uen ◽  
Rama Krishna Kishore Vandavasi ◽  
Kun Lee ◽  
Prasanthi Yepuru ◽  
Vipin Saini
Keyword(s):  
Psychological Capital ◽  
Job Crafting ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Mediating Role ◽  
Innovative Work ◽  
Multi Level ◽  
Innovative Work Behaviour ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Practical Implications

Purpose This study aims to test the cross-level effects of team job crafting on individual innovative work behaviour (IWB) and the mediating role of team psychological capital (PsyCap). Design/methodology/approach This longitudinal study tested a multilevel design in a sample of 163 employees, clustered into 45 teams. Job crafting and PsyCap were aggregated to the team level to examine the effects of team job crafting Time 1 on individual IWB Time 2. In addition, mediation analysis was tested to determine whether team-level job crafting Time 1 can affect individual IWB Time 2 through team PsyCap Time 2. Findings Results found that team job crafting was positively related to individual IWB, and the relationship was mediated by team PsyCap. Practical implications This study includes implications for adopting job crafting behaviour at the team level to improve individual IWB. Originality/value This cross-level study is the first to verify the effects of team job crafting on individual IWB and team PsyCap as a mediator. This study extends the literature on job crafting by using a multilevel design in the analysis.

Sociodemographic aspects and their relationship with motivations, satisfaction and loyalty in ecotourism: a study in Costa Rica

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Mauricio Carvache-Franco ◽  
Orly Carvache-Franco ◽  
Ana Gabriela Víquez-Paniagua ◽  
Wilmer Carvache-Franco ◽  
Allan Perez-Orozco
Keyword(s):  
Costa Rica ◽  
Interpersonal Relationships ◽  
Personal Growth ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Lower Income ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Self Development ◽  
Design Activities ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeThe objectives of this study were to (a) analyze the relationship between sociodemographic aspects and motivations in ecotourism and (b) identify the relationship between sociodemographic aspects and satisfaction and loyalty variables.Design/methodology/approachThe research was carried out in the Arenal National Park and the Caño Negro National Wildlife Refuge in Costa Rica, an ecologically important ecotourism destination. The sample consisted of 310 surveys obtained in situ. For data analysis, factor analysis and the multiple regression method were used.FindingsThe results show that younger tourists tend to be more motivated by self-development, whereas older tourists and lower-income tourists are more motivated toward strengthening interpersonal relationships with family and friends. In contrast, tourists with lower education levels are highly motivated by novelty, feel more satisfied with the visit and are more willing to recommend and say positive things about the destination. Besides, repeat visitors are most likely to return.Research limitations/implicationsThe present study was limited by the timing in which it was carried out. Among the future lines of research, studies that address the relationship between sociodemographic variables in the different ecotourism segments should be conducted.Practical implicationsRegarding the practical implications, this study helps companies related to tourism to pay attention to the sociodemographic characteristics of tourists to design activities and services according to their motivations, satisfaction and loyalty. For younger tourists who are motivated by self-development, activities and services related to learning about nature can be planned to encourage their personal growth, new abilities and individual skills. Regarding elderly and lower-income tourists, who are motivated to be with family and friends, recreational activities to improve family and friendship relationships can be promoted.Social implicationsThese findings will serve to plan attractions and services in protected areas, benefiting the destinations and the communities sustainably.Originality/valueOne of the contributions of this study is to find a negative relationship between the level of education and other variables such as satisfaction, intentions to recommend and intentions to say positive things about the destination. This research also identified a negative relationship between age and the self-development motivational dimension, a positive relationship between age and being with family and friends dimension, a negative relationship between income and being with family and friends dimension and a negative relationship between the number of visits and the novelty dimension.

Leading by leaving: Exploring the relationship between supervisory control, job crafting, self-competence and performance

2018 ◽  
Vol 25 (04) ◽  
pp. 572-590
Author(s):  
Domenico Berdicchia ◽  
Giovanni Masino
Keyword(s):  
Significant Role ◽  
Supervisory Control ◽  
Work Performance ◽  
Positive Relationship ◽  
Negative Relationship ◽  
Job Crafting ◽  
Supervisory Styles ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
And Performance ◽  
The Relationship

AbstractThe purpose of this paper is to examine whether different supervisory styles are relevant in facilitating or inhibiting job crafting, and whether job crafting plays a significant role in promoting self-competence and work performance. Data were gathered from 162 employees in a large manufacturing company. We found a positive relationship between promotive control and job crafting, and a negative relationship between restrictive control and job crafting. Some job crafting behaviors positively affect both self-competence and performance, while others have a negative effect. Our results suggest that organizations interested in promoting job crafting should encourage a promotive style of leadership.

scholarly journals Job Autonomy and Career Commitment: A Moderated Mediation Model of Job Crafting and Sense of Calling

SAGE Open ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 11 (1) ◽  
pp. 215824402110041
Author(s):  
Po-Chien Chang ◽  
Honglei Rui ◽  
Ting Wu
Keyword(s):  
Indirect Effect ◽  
Career Commitment ◽  
Mediating Effect ◽  
Job Crafting ◽  
High Tech ◽  
Job Autonomy ◽  
Mediation Model ◽  
Moderated Mediation Model ◽  
The Relationship ◽  
Practical Implications

This study aims to examine the mediating effect of job crafting on the relationship between job autonomy and career commitment, as well as the moderating effect sense of calling has on job crafting and career commitment. The data for this three-wave study were collected from 350 R&D engineers at 25 high-tech companies in Guangdong Province, China. The PROCESS macro for SPSS was used to analyze the proposed hypotheses. The results revealed that (a) job crafting mediates the positive relationship between job autonomy and career commitment and (b) sense of calling moderates the indirect effect of job autonomy and career commitment through job crafting, such that the indirect effect is stronger in people with higher sense of calling than those with lower sense of calling. Theoretical and practical implications of the findings are discussed.

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