A holistic model of organizational cynicism, cronyism and ingratiation
A holistic model of organizational cynicism, cronyism and ingratiation
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The purpose of this paper is to explain the unique role of organizational cynicism, cronyism and ingratiation by delving into knowledge from different theories and models.To understand cynicism, cronyism and ingratiation is tricky as it seems to be tangled and fragmented in all disciplines.The aim of this study was to introduce a new model for management researchers.In this study the researcher has discussed organizational cronyism, cynicism and ingratiation between employee and managers.
Cronyism means favoritism given by a superior to a subordinate.Ingratiation means impression management, and different tactics used Lotion by members to get the favour of superiors, and cynicism means the negative attitude of individuals towards organizations.In-group members enjoys benefits from managers while outgroup members do not get the same treatment in the workplace.In this paper the researcher has discussed antecedents of organizational cronyism, cynicism and ingratiation along with consequences thereof.
An extensive literature review was conducted to stimulate pertinent descriptive information on organizational cronyism, cynicism and ingratiation.Major focus was given to in-depth understanding of attribute and consequencies of these negative attitudes.Publications in the form of theses, articles, review papers were used for extensive review MARSHMALLOWS SMALL of literature.A new holistic model has been introduced in this paper for future researchers.
This model needs empirical testing and will possibly open new doors of research in organizational settings.Management of organizations can take advantage of the study by reducing organizational cronyism, cynicism and also focus on the employees who are involved in ingratiation i.e.impression management.
Future researchers may use this model in their academic theses for possible new theoretical additions in their studies.