Journal article
Predicting Boredom-Coping at Work
Personnel Review, Vol.43(5), pp.741-763
2014
Abstract
Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to explore the dimensions of boredom-coping in the workplace and develop a linear equation capable of predicting a single individual's boredom-coping capacity. Design/methodology/approach - The research employs a mixed methods approach and triangulates the identification of themes through, consultation with five industry experts, twenty-three individual interviews and 169 survey respondents. Findings - A linear composite that explains 41.4% of the variance in boredom-coping (r = .66, p less than .001) was developed. The model was derived from four constructs identified from primary qualitative data. These were, personality traits (i.e., conscientiousness, openness, work ethic, and extraversion), attitude to challenge, trainable abilities (i.e., practical intelligence, foresight ability, and situational awareness), and group potency. Research limitations/implications - These findings provide research implications for the study of boredom-coping at work. Common-method artifacts are a potential limitation of the conclusions drawn. However, the mixed-methods approach, independent samples at each stage, and multiple data collection sites and times, supports the integrity of the findings discussed. Practical implications - The practical implications of this research includes providing strategies for human resource decisions associated with recruitment, selection and front-line training interventions. The model indicates training may be targeted at different areas of the equation with markedly different impact and return depending on the timed nature of interventions. Originality/value - The findings support the development of approaches that may help to create a more engaged, productive and well-adjusted workforce. The translation of the findings to the "bottom-line" is also significant.
Details
- Title
- Predicting Boredom-Coping at Work
- Authors
- John Whiteoak (Author) - University of the Sunshine Coast - Faculty of Arts and Business
- Publication details
- Personnel Review, Vol.43(5), pp.741-763
- Publisher
- Emerald Group Publishing Ltd.
- Date published
- 2014
- DOI
- 10.1108/PR-09-2012-0161
- ISSN
- 0048-3486; 0048-3486
- Copyright note
- Copyright © 2014 Emerald Group Publishing Limited. This article is © Emerald Group Publishing and permission has been granted for this version to appear here. Emerald does not grant permission for this article to be further copied/distributed or hosted elsewhere without the express permission from Emerald Group Publishing Limited.
- Organisation Unit
- School of Business and Creative Industries; University of the Sunshine Coast, Queensland; USC Business School - Legacy
- Language
- English
- Record Identifier
- 99448972002621
- Output Type
- Journal article
- Research Statement
- false
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