Exploring Implicit Voice Theories at Work
Contributors: Edmondson, Amy C.; Cuddy, Amy JC; Detert, James R.
Published: 2012
Language: eng
Description: In modern organizations, individuals frequently choose silence over voice (e.g., Milliken, Morrison, & Hewlin, 2003), which can have a variety of detrimental effects on individuals and organizations. This choice of silence is partially due to self-protective implicit voice theories that employees have internalized from interactions with authority over time. In this research, I investigate self-protective implicit voice theories (abbreviated as IVTs throughout), defined as taken-for-granted beliefs about when and why speaking up at work is risky or inappropriate (Detert & Edmondson, 2011). I present three studies employing lab and field research methods to further understand various aspects of IVTs.
Notes: Keywords: Implicit Theories, Voice, Withholding.

Thesis Ph.D. Harvard University 2012