ERIC Number: EJ876598
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010-Apr
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An Examination of Blue- versus White-Collar Workers' Conceptualizations of Job Satisfaction Facets
Hu, Xiaoxiao; Kaplan, Seth; Dalal, Reeshad S.
Journal of Vocational Behavior, v76 n2 p317-325 Apr 2010
This study examined the degree to which blue- versus white-collar workers differentially conceptualize various job facets, namely the work itself, co-workers, supervisors, and pay. To examine these potential differences, we conducted a series of analyses on job satisfaction ratings from two samples of university workers. Consistent with the study hypothesis, results revealed that blue- and white-collar workers held different conceptualizations regarding the nature of co-workers, pay, and the work itself, but not of supervisors. In general, more dimensions for each facet emerged for the white-collar workers, suggesting that these individuals possess more differentiated and multidimensional evaluations of these job facets than do blue-collar workers. Discussion focuses on the meaning and implications of the findings. (Contains 5 tables and 1 figure.)
Descriptors: Blue Collar Occupations, White Collar Occupations, Attitudes, Comparative Analysis, Job Satisfaction, Work Environment, Labor Relations, Supervisors, Compensation (Remuneration), Quality of Working Life
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Language: English
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