What is attitude? According to the Cambridge Dictionary attitude is attitude is "a way of thinking or acting etc". A feeling or opinion about something or someone, or a way of behaving that is caused by this [1]. Employee attitude refers to the mental state or disposition an individual brings to work. It includes their feelings, beliefs, and values about their job, colleagues, and the organization as a whole. This mindset can be positive, negative, or neutral and significantly influences their behavior and performance [2].
Why are the Attitudes to be changed in organizations?
In the workplace, employees can have either a positive or negative attitude about specific work tasks, products or services, co-workers or management, or the company as a whole. Positive attitudes among employees make workdays more enjoyable. Tasks are performed to a higher standard and without complaint [3]. But when it comes to negative, impact is huge for the operation.
Productivity:
Employees with a positive attitude are more motivated, engaged, and focused. They are also more efficient, make fewer errors, and go the extra mile. Conversely, negative attitudes can lead to procrastination, absenteeism, and decreased output.
Employee morale:
A positive attitude can uplift the atmosphere, creating a supportive and enjoyable work environment. Conversely, negative attitudes can dampen morale, leading to feelings of dissatisfaction and burnout.
Teamwork:
Positive attitudes facilitate collaboration, trust, and open communication. Employees with a positive outlook are likelier to be team players and contribute to a holistic work environment. Negative attitudes can create friction, hinder teamwork, and lead to conflicts.
Change Management
Conclusion
Changing attitudes of people is not a easy task but it is not impossible. HRM responsibility is pop up more than ever during this journey and critical point is need to change the beliefs rather than fighting with changing attitudes. Always employees should feel that he is also a part of the journey and HRM and can inculcate this by Lead by example, Encourage open communication, Collect regular feedback, Appreciation and recognition, Promote work-life balance, Create opportunities for professional growth, Organize team-building activities and Social events, ect. This will change the culture of the organization employee attitude will change simultaneously.
1. Cambridge Dictionary: https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/attitude
2. Biljana Milenković, 2024: Employee attitude: What is it and how it affects workplace culture https://heartcount.com/blog/employee-attitude/
3. International Journal of Economics Development Research (IJEDR), 2022 Vol. 3 No. 1, https://doi.org/10.37385/ijedr.v3i1
4. Dr. Devon Price,2019: Attitude change: The science of changing human attitudes and perspectives
Kendra Cherry, 2024 : Formation of an Attitude and How It Can Be Changed, https://www.verywellmind.com/attitudes-how-they-form-change-shape-behavior-2795897#:~:text=Attitudes%20are%20not%20set%20in,due%20to%20holding%20conflicting%20beliefs.
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Great job explaining the importance of employee engagement in modern businesses. I agree that engaged employees lead to higher productivity and innovation. From my experience, strategies like clear communication and recognition programs go a long way in keeping employees motivated and reducing turnover.
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ReplyDelete"Can attitude be changed?" It's a powerful question that can reshape workplace dynamics. While positive attitudes foster growth and collaboration, negative ones can hinder progress. Human Resource Management (HRM) is crucial in this transformation. By focusing on selecting candidates with a positive mindset during recruitment, HRM lays the foundation for a thriving workplace culture.
ReplyDeleteAdditionally, creating an environment that encourages open communication and logical thinking can help employees shift their perspectives. This proactive approach not only enhances individual performance but also cultivates a more result-oriented organization. Let’s embrace the potential of positive attitudes for lasting change. It’s a valuable insight for employers to consider moving forward.
Can Attitudes be changed?
ReplyDeleteYes, especially through training and effective leadership. Changing employee attitudes can boost motivation, improve teamwork, and enhance job satisfaction. When employees have positive attitudes, they’re more engaged and productive. Finally, this change creates a supportive workplace, organizational success and overall performance.