Effective employee job crafting in the workplace

Abstract

Purpose Superior firm performance and a favorable impact on employee well-being are some key benefits attainable when workers engage in job crafting. High levels of intrinsic motivation in the employees involved increases the overall effectiveness of such activities. Team context factors can positively affect motivation levels, with knowledge sharing and mutual trust particularly important. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Superior firm performance and a favorable impact on employee well-being are some key benefits attainable when workers engage in job crafting. High levels of intrinsic motivation in the employees involved increases the overall effectiveness of such activities. Team context factors can positively affect motivation levels, with knowledge sharing and mutual trust particularly important. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.