When leader’s workaholism meets the dark triad: understanding employee zero-sum mindset and resilience in relation to retention

ABSTRACT

Zero-sum mind-set is characterized by the belief that success is limited and achieved at the expense of others. This study investigates the impact of a zero-sum mind-set on employee retention in the hospitality industry, particularly in the presence of workaholic leaders. Study 1 reveals that employees with this mind-set are less likely to have intentions to leave their work unit, and this effect is mediated by moral resilience, indicating that a zero-sum perspective may influence employees’ motivation to stay in their roles. Study 2 further examines the relationship between a zero-sum view of success and retention, finding that the presence of workaholic leaders strengthens this relationship. Specifically, when employees hold a zero-sum mind-set, the impact of workaholic leaders on turnover intentions is intensified. These findings highlight the importance of addressing the zero-sum mind-set in the workplace and promoting a more collaborative approach to success to enhance employee retention and well-being.

摘要

零和思维的特点是相信成功是有限的, 是以牺牲他人为代价的. 这项研究调查了零和心态对酒店业员工留用的影响, 尤其是在工作狂领导者在场的情况下. 研究1表明, 具有这种心态的员工不太可能有离开工作单位的意图, 这种影响是由道德韧性介导的, 这表明零和视角可能会影响员工留在岗位上的动机. 研究2进一步考察了零和成功观与留任之间的关系, 发现工作狂领导者的存在加强了这种关系. 具体而言, 当员工持有零和心态时, 工作狂领导者对离职意向的影响会加剧. 这些发现强调了解决工作场所零和心态的重要性, 并促进更具协作性的成功方法, 以提高员工的忠诚度和幸福感.

KEYWORDS:

• Zero-sum
• moral resilience
• dark triad
• workaholism
• remain intention

Disclosure statement

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