Workplace Fear: A Phenomenological Exploration of the Experiences of Human Service Workers

Antoniadou, Marilena; Sandiford, Peter John; Wright, Gillian; Alker, Linda Patricia

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“…If failure happens, there is a possibility that an individual has a growing poor opinion of oneself, feelings of embarrassment when failure is exposed in the workplace that will catch other people's attention, and the propensity to dwell on the feelings of others. Antoniadou et al (2018) proposed that pressure is put on the individual as a result of fear of failure brought on by various workplace stimuli, such as the prospect of being publicly humiliated, dealing with managers questions, or one's degree of preparedness in facing others. Genuinely expressing concern toward other people helps to reduce fear since it encourages support and advice from coworkers and managers, as well as a feeling of autonomy and confidence.…”

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Procrastination as Influenced by Perfectionism and Fear of Failure among Employees in DepEd - Davao del Norte

Alberto¹,

Regidor²

2023

IJRP

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The study dealt with procrastination as influenced by perfectionism and fear of failure among DepEd -Davao del Norte employees. This quantitative, non-experimental study, including a correlational approach and regression analysis, intends to examine which indicators of perfectionism and fear of failure influence procrastination with data collection from 369 teaching and non-teaching participants scattered across 11 different districts, including the division office. Statistical techniques such as Mean, Pearson r, and Linear Regression Analysis were employed. Throughout the indicators of rigid, self-critical, and narcissistic perfectionism, outcomes revealed a moderate level of perfectionism. Also, fear of failure was recorded as moderate among participants concerning fear of an uncertain future, important others' losing interest, upsetting important others, fear of experiencing shame and/or embarrassment, and fear of devaluing one's self-estimate. Additionally, a low level of procrastination was discovered among employees concerning both soldiering and cyberslacking. The association exists among variables perfectionism and procrastination as well as fear of failure and procrastination. Only the domains fear of important other's losing interest and fear of devaluing one's self-estimate predict procrastination. No part of perfectionism indicates procrastination. Therefore, perfectionism and fear of failure affect procrastination among employees of DepEd -Davao del Norte.

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Section: Level Of Fear Of Failurementioning

confidence: 99%

Procrastination as Influenced by Perfectionism and Fear of Failure among Employees in DepEd - Davao del Norte

Alberto¹,

Regidor²

2023

IJRP

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“…Further, this definition shows fear is distinct from anxiety, generally defined as a lengthier general state of distress brought about by less specific cues and, importantly, does not result in the organized responses of escaping or avoiding as is consistent with fear (Lang et al, 2000). According to Antoniadou et al (2018), "When perceived threats affect the accomplishment of goals and personal defense resources are limited, our existential sense of vulnerability and inadequacy increases, generating fear" (p. 274). Consistent with the literature on AET, which states that events are proximal causes of emotions (Cropanzano et al, 2017), the emotion of fear emerging from the event of job termination will immediately register within the individuals' psyche (Payne and Cooper, 2003), leading to a wide range of fearful outcomes.…”

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Fear after being fired: the moderating role of resilience in lessening the time between employment

Scrimpshire¹,

Lensges²

2021

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PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to study how the interplay of the emotion of fear and the personality trait of resilience affect time to reemployment after job termination. The authors carried out the research by extending affective events theory (AET) beyond the workplace.Design/methodology/approachThis paper is a conceptual paper intended to lay the groundwork for future analysis in the areas of fear and resilience, specifically in the time after job termination.FindingsThe paper suggests that fear is a natural response to job termination, and there are two responses to fear: one of action to rid oneself of fear (“fight or flight”) and one of paralysis, in which an individual remains in a fear state. The authors put forth that one's level of resilience is a factor in determining time to reemployment.Originality/valueWhile there are numerous studies on the role emotions play in the workplace and in particular, the role of fear about potentially getting fired, there are few, if any, studies on the role of fear after losing a job. The authors feel this is a warranted area of study as fear can have both positive and negative responses. The authors also contend that a major diver of these fear responses is an individual's level of resilience, and this can be a significant predictor of the individual's time to reemployment.

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Culture of Fear in Hotel Businesses

Yaşar

2024

Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management for Complex Work Environments

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The theoretical exploration of the culture of fear in hotel businesses is essential to understanding the significant effects on business management and employee well-being. The primary purpose of this research is to provide information to improve businesses' management strategies by examining the impact of a culture of fear on employee behavior. Understanding the effects of a culture of fear on employees' psychological health, job satisfaction, and organizational productivity can help managers identify measures to create a healthier and more supportive work environment. This research may also contribute to the business management literature on the culture of fear and provide a basis for future studies. In conclusion, examining the culture of fear in hotel businesses is an essential area of research in business management and employee well-being, and this research aims to raise awareness and develop management strategies in this area.

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Workplace Fear: A Phenomenological Exploration of the Experiences of Human Service Workers

Cited by 3 publications

References 65 publications

Procrastination as Influenced by Perfectionism and Fear of Failure among Employees in DepEd - Davao del Norte

Procrastination as Influenced by Perfectionism and Fear of Failure among Employees in DepEd - Davao del Norte

Fear after being fired: the moderating role of resilience in lessening the time between employment

Culture of Fear in Hotel Businesses

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