"Meaning, Self and Motivation in Organizations"

by Shamir, Boas (1991)

Abstract

This paper claims that current work motivation theories are restricted in certain respects due to their overreliance on individualistic-hedonistic assumptions and their over-emphasis of cognitive-calculative processess. It is suggested that a self-concept based theory should be added to the existing core of theories in order to overcome their limitations. Certain assumptions about the relationships between the self-concept and behaviour are presented, followed by a series of theoretical propositions and some research suggestions. The implications of the theory for organizational commitment, collective work behaviour, transformational leadership and symbolic management are briefly discussed.

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Keywords

Meaningful Work, Meaning Of Work, Well-Being, Psychology, Individualism, Hedonism, Self

Themes

Organisation and Management Studies, Meaningful Work

Links to Reference

• https://doi.org/10.1177/017084069101200304
• http://dx.doi.org/10.1177/017084069101200304

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