Editing Work design (section)

==== Voice ====
In the context of job redesign, ''voice'' refers to behaviours which emphasize challenging the [[status quo]] with the intention of improving the situation rather than merely criticizing.<ref name=":10">{{Cite journal|last1=LePine|first1=Jeffrey A.|last2=Van Dyne|first2=Linn|date=1998|title=Predicting voice behavior in work groups.|url=http://dx.doi.org/10.1037/0021-9010.83.6.853|journal=Journal of Applied Psychology|volume=83|issue=6|pages=853–868|doi=10.1037/0021-9010.83.6.853|issn=0021-9010}}</ref> This can be as simple as suggesting more effective ways of doing things within the organization. When individuals stand up and express innovating ideas, the organization may benefit from these fresh perspectives.<ref name=":8" /> Voice may be particularly important in organizations where change and innovation is necessary for survival.<ref name=":10" /> While the individual employee does not immediately benefit from this expression, successful innovations may lead to improved performance appraisals.<ref name=":8" />