In this paper, authors examine how the search for meaning at work can unintentionally contribute to the spread of unethical conduct through organizational hierarchies. They show that when employees seek meaning at work, they may become more likely to align their behaviour with unethical leaders, especially when such behaviour appears organizationally validated.
Authors and affiliations:
• Marius van Dijke (Erasmus University)
• Leander De Schutter (Vrije Universiteit)
• Preethi Misha (Nottingham Trent University)
