Bottom-line mentality and employee innovation: Chinese study shows negative impact due to breakdown in support and trust

Abstract

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

A study from China of workers in technology and cultural firms has shown bottom-line mentality (BLM) has a negative impact on employee innovation. This happens because it increases psychological contract breach (PCB) between management and employees.

Originality/value

The briefing saves busy executives, strategists 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.

Citation

(2023), "Bottom-line mentality and employee innovation: Chinese study shows negative impact due to breakdown in support and trust", Human Resource Management International Digest, Vol. 31 No. 1, pp. 15-16. https://doi.org/10.1108/HRMID-09-2022-0248