Abstract
The article proposes that managers can counteract and/or prevent the detrimental effects of destructive anger by cultivating the virtue of humility. Traditional psychological conceptualisations of anger are examined, a need for a novel approach to understanding the origins of this emotion is highlighted, and the recently introduced concept of self-immanent pride is reviewed. The first contribution of the article delves into how destructive managerial anger stems from self-immanent pride leading to negative workplace outcomes. The second contribution proposes a shift from reacting to anger to adopting a proactive approach that emphasises nurturing managerial humility. The third contribution offers practical suggestions, highlighting the importance of self-reflection for understanding how self-immanent pride leads to anger. The article considers boundary conditions and recommends future avenues for research into anger, pride and humility from an ethical perspective.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Business Ethics, Environment and Responsibility |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Dec 12 2023 |
Keywords
- anger
- humility
- management
- organisation
- self-immanent pride
- virtue
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Business and International Management
- Philosophy
- Economics and Econometrics
- Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management
- Management, Monitoring, Policy and Law