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  • Organizational Behavior
  • Workplace Dynamics

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  • Work environments foster different behaviors than social settings, including less emphasis on close friendships and more transactional communication.
  • A broader phenomenon observed is increased objectification—treating people as objects—in professional contexts compared to personal ones.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of objectification in work contexts.
  • To explore the link between calculative thinking and workplace objectification.
  • To examine the consequences of objectification on job applicants and employees.

Main Methods:

  • Seven studies (N = 2,712) were conducted, employing various methodologies including experimental manipulations, experience sampling, and correlational analyses.
  • Studies compared objectification levels in work-related versus non-work-related scenarios and manipulated cognitive styles (calculative vs. non-calculative thinking).
  • Data were collected through participant responses to stimuli, real-time experience sampling during work and non-work interactions, and surveys assessing workplace perceptions.

Main Results:

  • Individuals were objectified more in work-related contexts (e.g., office settings) than non-work contexts.
  • Framing an event as more work-related increased objectification, and working adults reported higher objectification during work interactions.
  • Reducing calculative thinking decreased objectification tendencies; exposure to calculative language in company statements lowered job application interest, and perceived workplace objectification correlated with negative employee experiences.

Conclusions:

  • Objectification is significantly more prevalent in work settings, driven by calculative and strategic thinking.
  • Workplace objectification has tangible negative consequences for both job seekers and current employees, affecting belonging and increasing incivility.
  • Understanding the drivers and impacts of objectification is crucial for fostering healthier and more positive work environments.