Affective Events Theory (AET) explores the relationship between workplace events and employee emotions, affecting attitudes and performance. It considers work environment characteristics, personal dispositions, and emotional reactions to shape workplace behaviors. AET's insights guide the creation of supportive work environments to enhance job satisfaction and productivity, while also considering individual differences and the potential for emotional contagion within teams.
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Affective Events Theory is a framework that examines the relationship between employees' emotions and their work environment
Characteristics of the work environment
The physical and social contexts of the workplace that can influence employees' emotional responses
Work events
Specific occurrences in the workplace that can trigger emotional responses
Employees' personal dispositions
Inherent traits that shape an individual's response to work events
Affective Events Theory can be applied in various contexts such as education, consumer behavior, and healthcare
Work events can elicit both positive and negative emotional reactions, which can influence an employee's behavior and performance
The spread of emotions from one individual to others, which can affect group dynamics in the workplace
Personal dispositions, such as positive or negative affectivity, can shape how individuals perceive and react to work events
Affective Events Theory suggests that creating a supportive work environment can lead to positive emotional responses and improve job satisfaction and productivity
Stressful events and lack of support can trigger negative emotional responses, which can impair an employee's focus and collaboration
Affective Events Theory may not fully consider non-emotional factors, such as financial incentives and job security, that can also influence workplace behavior and satisfaction
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The ______ ______ Theory, developed by Weiss and Cropanzano in ______, examines the relationship between workers' feelings and their job surroundings.
Affective Events
1996
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Characteristics of Work Environment in AET
Includes physical and social contexts influencing employee emotions and behaviors.
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Role of Work Events in AET
Specific occurrences at work that trigger emotional responses, affecting performance.
