Age differences in workplace deviance: A meta-analysis

Jan Pletzer, Janneke Oostrom, Sven Constantin Voelpel

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Abstract

In this meta-analysis, we examine age differences in workplace deviance. We find a small but significant negative correlation (r = -.088, k = 136, N = 39,717) between age and workplace deviance. Distinguishing between interpersonal and organizational workplace deviance does not influence the results. The negative correlation between age and workplace deviance is stronger when workplace deviance is measured through self-reports as compared to other- reports. The relationship is also moderated by the questionnaire used to assess workplace deviance. Furthermore, the relationship between age and workplace deviance becomes more negative in countries with high levels of pension coverage, and in countries with a large number of social connections in old age. Results suggest that hiring older individuals could benefit organizations as it might reduce levels of workplace deviance and thereby lead to a competitive advantage for these organizations. Methodological, theoretical, and practical implications, as well as limitations and future research ideas, are discussed.
Original languageEnglish
JournalAcademy of Management Proceedings
Volume2017
Issue number1
Early online date30 Nov 2017
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2017
EventAcademy of Management Conference - Atlanta, United States
Duration: 5 Aug 20178 Aug 2017

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