Addressing employee misfit—A crucial HR concern for organizational success

Zahid Hussain Bhat

doi:10.18282/hrms.v6i1.3381

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Addressing employee misfit—A crucial HR concern for organizational success

Zahid Hussain Bhat

Human Resources Management and Services 2024, 6(1), 3381; https://doi.org/10.18282/hrms.v6i1.3381

Submitted：16 Oct 2023

Accepted：25 Dec 2023

Published：17 Jan 2024

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Abstract

In the rapidly evolving landscape of contemporary business, the strategic alignment of employees with their designated roles is a pivotal determinant of organizational success. Employee misfit, characterized by a misalignment between employees’ skills, interests, and assigned roles, poses formidable challenges to individual and collective performance. This comprehensive research report delves into the intricate implications of employee misfit, explores evolving trends in career consciousness among job seekers, outlines the multifaceted challenges HR managers face, and fervently advocates for implementing a comprehensive selection process to address this prevalent issue effectively. The report underscores the proactive role of management in cultivating a supportive work environment, fostering diverse career pathways, and embedding an inclusive selection framework to confront and mitigate the persistent issue of employee misfit.

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