PERSONNEL REVIEW
Scope & Guideline
Pioneering research in organizational behavior.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Human Resource Management Practices and Employee Outcomes:
The journal explores the relationship between various HRM practices and their impact on employee behavior, well-being, and performance, emphasizing evidence-based insights that can inform organizational strategies. - Workplace Well-being and Mental Health:
A significant focus is placed on understanding workplace well-being, mental health issues, and the role of HRM in fostering a supportive work environment, particularly in the context of recent global challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic. - Technology and Innovation in HRM:
The integration of technology in HR practices, such as AI and analytics, is a recurring theme, highlighting how these innovations can enhance HR functions and employee experiences. - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:
The journal emphasizes research on diversity and inclusion within the workplace, examining how organizational practices can promote equitable treatment and leverage diverse talent. - Leadership and Employee Engagement:
Research on various leadership styles and their effects on employee engagement, motivation, and organizational culture is a core area, reflecting the importance of leadership in driving employee performance.
Trending and Emerging
- Remote Work and Hybrid Models:
The pandemic has accelerated research into remote work and hybrid models, exploring their impact on productivity, employee well-being, and organizational culture. - Employee Mental Health and Resilience:
There is a growing emphasis on mental health and resilience in the workplace, with studies exploring how HRM can support employee well-being amid increasing stressors and challenges. - AI and Data-Driven HRM:
The use of AI and data analytics in HRM is a trending topic, with research focusing on ethical implications, effectiveness, and the transformative potential of these technologies in HR practices. - Work-Life Integration:
Themes surrounding work-life integration, rather than traditional work-life balance, are gaining attention, reflecting changes in employee expectations and organizational policies. - Inclusive Leadership and Diversity Strategies:
There is an increasing focus on inclusive leadership and effective diversity strategies, recognizing their importance in fostering an equitable workplace and enhancing employee engagement.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Performance Appraisal Systems:
There appears to be a waning interest in traditional performance appraisal systems and their methodologies, as newer approaches emphasizing continuous feedback and employee development gain traction. - Job Satisfaction as a Standalone Construct:
Research specifically focused on job satisfaction as an isolated variable has decreased, possibly due to a broader focus on well-being and engagement as more comprehensive measures of employee experience. - Rigid Organizational Structures:
Studies examining rigid organizational hierarchies and structures are less prevalent, indicating a shift towards more dynamic and flexible organizational models that adapt to changing work environments.
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