Psychological Empowerment
Platform: Diagnostic Hub
Category: Wellbeing, Resilience & Motivation
Implementation Level: Organisation
Definition
Psychological empowerment refers to an individual's intrinsic task motivation, reflected in a set of cognitions including meaning, competence, self-determination, and impact, which influence their sense of control and engagement in work.
Factors
Meaning
The value and significance of one's work in relation to personal beliefs and goals.
Competence
Confidence in one's ability to perform work tasks effectively.
Self-determination
Perceived autonomy in making decisions about how work is performed.
Impact
Perceived influence over outcomes and events in one's work environment.