| Author: | West, M. A. Nicholson, N. Rees, A. |
| Title: | Transitions into newly created jobs. |
| Journal: | Journal of Occupational Psychology
1987 : VOL. 60:2, p. 97-113 |
| Index terms: | CHANGE ROLES ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT JOB CONTENT CORPORATE CULTURE |
| Language: | eng |
| Abstract: | A study of adjustment to change is described. The study, involving 2304 male and female British managers reveals that between 34 and 50 per cent of job moves are into newly created jobs. The character and outcomes of these moves are related to Nicholson's (1984) theory of organizational socialization. The frequency, industrial contexts, main types, and role requirements of these moves are examined. Satisfaction and personal change are related to role information sources, organizational culture, work characteristics, pre-transition anxiety, self-concept, work motivation and organizational commitment. These findings contribute to theory construction and can help the individual adjustment. |
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