When passionate employees engage in voice behavior : The enabling role of work-related goal congruence

Purpose This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Companies benefit when employees are willing to engage in voice behavior to identify shortcomings and potential solutions to them. This becomes likelier with employees equipped with energizing personal resources such as passion for work who strive to establish mutual work goals with colleagues. Strength of unity this can generate prompts voice behavior and a strong commitment to address problems, especially in situations where the firm is perceived to be threatened by an external crisis. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.