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Darwinism, behavioral genetics, and organizational behavior: a review and agenda for future research

✍ Scribed by Remus Ilies; Richard D. Arvey; Thomas J. Bouchard Jr.

Publisher: John Wiley and Sons
Year: 2006
Tongue: English
Weight: 155 KB
Volume: 27
Category: Article
ISSN: 0894-3796
DOI: 10.1002/job.351

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Abstract

In this article, a case is made for the importance of evolutionary processes and behavioral genetics for organizational behavior. First, we present scientific arguments connecting evolutionary biology and psychology, Darwinian theories, behavioral genetics, and individual differences. Second, we provide a review of behavioral genetics research on constructs relevant to organizational behavior, such as cognitive ability, personality, work attitudes, and leadership. Third, we discuss mechanisms explaining genetic influences on organizational outcomes such as attitudes and leadership. Finally, current issues in behavioral genetics research in general and their implications for organizational behavior are discussed. We also discuss issues specific to conducting research on genetic effects influencing constructs from the organizational realm, and offer suggestions for future research. Copyright © 2006 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.

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