How a dynamic way of thinking can challenge existing knowledge in organizational behavior

Abstract

We describe how a dynamic way of thinking can challenge existing knowledge and traditional ways of conducting empirical research in the field of organizational behavior. By a “dynamic way of thinking,” we mean a focus on within-unit development over time, including change and stability in individual, team, or organizational characteristics. A dynamic approach also examines between-unit differences in within-unit development, as well as antecedents and consequences of development. Over the past two decades, there has been a rapid growth in theory development and empirical studies adopting a dynamic way of thinking. To illustrate the importance of dynamic approaches for advancing the field of organizational behavior, we selectively review research on personality and emotions, work-related attitudes and well-being, work motivation and behavior, career development, job design, leadership and entrepreneurship, teams and diversity, and human resource management. We conclude the chapter by outlining implications for future theory development and empirical research.

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