Towards a new model of grit within a cognitive-affective framework of self-regulation

Armstrong, Alacia; Lingen, Elma van der; Lourens, Riaan; Chen, Jeff Y-J.

doi:10.4102/sajbm.v49i1.13

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“…Further, Armstrong et al ( 2018 ) have demonstrated six self-regulation strategies, such as temporal perspective, perpetual evaluation, motivational orientation, strength and resource gathering, system thinking, and framing, were linked to higher levels of grit. In a national sample of American college students, Sriram et al ( 2018 ) have shown that others-focused purpose, success-focused purpose, time spent in socializing, time spent in academic activities, and religious beliefs positively predict grit.…”

Section: Demographic Psychological and Social Factors Associated Wimentioning

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Beyond Passion and Perseverance: Review and Future Research Initiatives on the Science of Grit

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2021

Front. Psychol.

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Grit, which is originally conceptualized as passion and perseverance for long-term goals, has been associated with optimal performance. Although previous meta-analytic and systematic reviews summarized how grit relates to performance outcomes, they possess considerable shortcomings, such as (a) absence of summary on the association of grit with well-being outcomes; (b) absence of discussion on social, psychological, and emotional mechanisms linking grit to well-being; and (c) lack of elaboration on how alternative models can resolve fundamental problems in the grit construct. This integrative review provides a comprehensive summary on the link of grit to performance and well-being outcomes. Importantly, it elaborates how alternative models can potentially address flaws in the existing grit theory. Future research directions are discussed on how to move forward the science of grit.

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Section: Demographic Psychological and Social Factors Associated Wimentioning

confidence: 99%

Beyond Passion and Perseverance: Review and Future Research Initiatives on the Science of Grit

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2021

Front. Psychol.

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“…Individuals who rank high on grit are considered to be better able to put their capabilities to work as they are not easily diverted by goals that are short-term and are relatively less disheartened by the failures and impediments which are normally faced in various performance areas [41]. These individuals take note from negative events that took place in the past and try to convert them into positive ones by rendering superior performance even in the face of difficulties [43]. Level of grit shown impacts the amount of contribution given by employees, whereas gritty employees tend to exert more effort in their work and give better performance as compared to others [44].…”

Section: Grit and Organizational Commitmentmentioning

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Impact of grit on voice behavior: mediating role of organizational commitment

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Employee voice is the voluntary, non-formal and upward communication of ideas, concerns or solutions to work associated problems by an employee. Drawing on conservation of resources theory, our study investigated the direct impact of two antecedents of behavioral outcomes (i.e., grit and organizational commitment) on voice behavior. Moreover, study also examined the mediating influence of organizational commitment in the relationship between grit and voice behavior. Data were collected in two waves time over a 2-month time period from public sector employees and their immediate supervisors. PROCESS macro by Hayes was used on actual sample of 300 employees and 19 supervisors from different job functions. All the direct as well as indirect hypothesized relationships are empirically supported. The results of the study add to the improved understanding of one of the most evolving construct, namely, voice behavior. Theoretical and practical implications alongside recommendations have also been given for future empirical research on voice behavior.

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“…Sansone and Thoman (2005) referred to task interest as “the missing motivator in self-regulation” (p. 175). Given this theoretical intersection, we characterize grit in terms of work motivation theory, with specific reference to goal setting (Armstrong, van der Lingen, Lourens, & Chen, 2018).…”

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Toward a Work Motivation Conceptualization of Grit in Organizations

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Group & Organization Management

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Despite its widespread media acclaim and recognition as a strategic imperative, the role of grit in organizational research remains unclear. This ambiguity resulted from inconsistent empirical findings, thus triggering a pessimistic outlook for the construct across disciplines. To address these issues, we suggest that such confusion and lack of construct and predictive validity stem from not only methodological issues but also a lack of theoretical sophistication. In this article, we address methodological issues, focusing mainly on construct and criterion-related validity, by showing how traditional definitional components of grit are absent in existing measures. Next, we address theoretical issues impeding progress by developing a new work motivation conceptualization of the construct. To do so, we focus primarily on noncognitive ability, purpose-driven long-term goal setting, and task strategy (i.e., short-term goal) adaptation. Finally, we develop an organizing framework examining how, and under what conditions, work-related goal setting manifests, highlighting grit’s distinction from other historically related constructs. Coupled with the assumption that individuals hold higher order organizational goals toward which they are passionate, our organizing framework includes feedback mechanisms accounting for grit’s developmental properties over time. Finally, we acknowledge significant areas for future research and potential practical implications.

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Towards a new model of grit within a cognitive-affective framework of self-regulation

Cited by 19 publications

References 63 publications

Beyond Passion and Perseverance: Review and Future Research Initiatives on the Science of Grit

Beyond Passion and Perseverance: Review and Future Research Initiatives on the Science of Grit

Impact of grit on voice behavior: mediating role of organizational commitment

Toward a Work Motivation Conceptualization of Grit in Organizations

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