Table 2

The different work attitudes, their effect and how they can present themselves

Work attitudesEffectReferences
NegativeHigher risk for depression and burnout, Decreased organisational commitment, Feelings of loss, Reduced attention to professional norms, Problems with punctuality, Poor respect for the chain of command, Social isolation, Absenteeism, Sense of unfulfilment, (Sudden) Withdrawal or resignation, Increased turnover intentionsAlbuquerque et al. (2018), Cardozo et al. (2012), Coetzee et al. (2010), Cogan (2016), Currie et al. (2011), Danish and Antonides (2013), Drodge and Roy-Cyr (2003), Dupont and Tanner (2009), Fikretoglu and McCreary (2010), Paton (2006), Walsh (2017) 
PositiveNew insights into their job, Sense of achievement and pride, Stronger management skills, Belief that they can better structure their workload and handle the future, Increased well-being, health, and self-esteem, Enhanced management skills, Professional growth, Increased affective commitment, Increased cultural awarenessBlais et al. (2009), Dupont and Tanner (2009), Feldman and Hanlon (2012), Knobloch et al. (2016), Paton (2006), Rubin et al. (2016), Saati and Wimelius (2018), Thompson and Pastò (2003), Tobin (2015), Wooten (2013) 

or Create an Account

Close subscription notice
Close access options