Understanding the initiative paradox

Antje Schmitt explains the initiative paradox within an organisation, through the application of a self-assessment of neuroticism and reactions to proactive behaviour in employees

For any organisation to function, its staff must work together – but humans are complex creatures with different personalities. Proactive behaviours can drive innovation and meaningful change, but they can also pose a threat or a source of worry to leaders who display high levels of neuroticism. Antje Schmitt, an assistant professor of organisational psychology at the University of Groningen, […]

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