Oppositionists and group norms: The reciprocal influence of whistle-blowers and co-workers
David B. Greenberger, Marcia P. Miceli, Debra J. Cohen
Journal of Business Ethics · 1987 · Volume 6 · Issue 7
Abstract
Who blows the whistle — a “loner” or a well-liked “team player”? Which of them is more likely to lead asuccessfulopposition to perceived organizational wrongdoing? The potential influence of co-worker pressures to conform on whistle-blowing activity or the likely effects of whistle-blowing on the group have not been addressed. This paper presents a preliminary model of whistle-blowing as an act of nonconformity. One implication is that the success of an opposition will depend on the characteristics of the whistle-blower and how the complaint is pursued. Specific hypotheses and general suggestions for future research and practice are offered.
Keywords
Economic Growth, Group Norm, Potential Influence, Specific Hypothesis, Preliminary Model
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