Identifying Individual Differences in the Workplace to Achieve Job Satisfaction

Individual Differences in the Workplace
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Individual Differences in the Workplace
Job Satisfaction
For every organization to remain robust and successful, the attitude of employees is critical. Employees' attitude toward work largely depends on the working environment; what is the demeanor of the management and co-workers? If the management and co-workers present a hostile environment, then employees' attitude is negatively impacted, which hampers production. Some of the factors that determine overall performance in an organization are job satisfaction, attitudes towards management and co-workers, and absenteeism, among others.
Job satisfaction among the employees is an important cog in the realization of an organization's ideals and objectives. It can only be realized where the working environment is conducive. For instance, it is achieved where working relationships are robust while the contrary is true. In the video, Kelly and Sophia are seen shuddering at the thought of their place of work because of an invading colleague and a nagging colleague, respectively (Fisher & Napoli, 2007). They are depicted as suffering from depression which ultimately will have a negative bearing on their performance at work. Another factor that enhances job satisfaction is proper communication in an organization (Chaudhury, 2015). When communicating with employees, the management needs to maintain high levels of openness and respect. Communication in an organization should be a two-way traffic affair whereby everyone is heard regardless of their positions. Moreover, adequately informed employees are inclined toward being more productive since they feel valued. Job satisfaction is also achieved when the roles of each employee are clearly spelled out (Fisher & Napoli, 2007). Last but not least, job satisfaction is achieved where proper remuneration is prioritized. Employees must feel that their wages are commensurate with the type and amount of work allocated to them (Chaudhury, 2015). Having appraisal initiatives where outstanding employees are rewarded also enhances satisfaction. Job satisfaction can be measured in several ways, such as attrition, absenteeism, and commitment.
Attitudes toward Management and Co-workers
People's attitudes toward each other in any given organization significantly affect its overall performance. In an ideal situation, cordial relationships must be maintained at all times. Sadly, this is always not the case. Sometimes, employees and employers find themselves having to contend with a disrespectful employee or a nagging and uncooperative colleague respectively (Fisher & Napoli, 2007).In such a scenario, people are inclined to get depressed, which manifests through symptoms such as lack of sleep and headaches. This could push people into unpleasant indulgences such as smoking and alcoholism, ultimately affecting their productivity. Attitudes of employees toward their employees are shaped by the demeanor of the latter. Management that upholds good practices such as being open and understanding helps improve their employees' perception of them (O'riordan, 2017). On the other hand, if the employers exhibit such trait...