Job Autonomy
Job Autonomy
Job autonomy refers to the degree to which a person can independently decide how, when, and in what order to carry out their work.
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Job autonomy is the discretion an individual has over how they perform their work, including methods, timing, sequence, and decision-making.
In Self-Determination Theory, autonomy is a core factor in intrinsic motivation and well-being.
Higher job autonomy tends to be associated with greater job satisfaction, creativity, and work engagement.
In Hackman and Oldham's Job Characteristics Model, autonomy is identified as one of the key core job dimensions.
The best performance tends to emerge when appropriate autonomy is paired with clear goals and feedback. — Mindy
💡 Real-Life Example
Having the freedom to decide how to approach your tasks and in what order to complete them is what job autonomy looks like in practice.
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