Table 3 Items measuring saliency of workplace empowerment concepts: impact and meaningfulness
Item statement | N | Item mean | Item standard deviation |
|---|---|---|---|
1. I have the power to make a difference in how things are done in this organization (Impact). | 46 | 1.39 | 1.125 |
2. I have a choice in the methods I can use to perform my work as a staff member in this organization (Impact). | 46 | 1.13 | .980 |
3. My participation is important to the success of this organization (Impact). | 46 | .870 | .859 |
4. I have freedom to choose among options in this organization (Impact). | 46 | 1.41 | 1.045 |
5. I can make an impact on the way things are run in this organization (Impact). | 46 | 1.370 | 1.218 |
6. Alternative approaches to performing my required duties are encouraged in this organization (Impact). | 45 | 1.27 | 1.136 |
7. I have the opportunity to contribute to the learning of other staff members (Impact). | 46 | 1.26 | 1.163 |
8. I have the opportunity to make important decisions in this organization (Impact). | 46 | 1.57 | 1.205 |
9. I have the power to create a supportive environment in this organization (Impact). | 46 | 1.63 | 1.122 |
10. I can determine how tasks can be performed in this organization (Impact). | 46 | 1.63 | 1.223 |
11. I make a difference in the professional development and learning of other staff members (Impact). | 46 | 1.50 | 1.278 |
12. I can influence the administration of this organization (Impact). | 46 | 1.48 | 1.206 |
13. I feel appreciated in this organization (Impact). | 44 | 1.05 | 1.077 |
14. The tasks required of me in this organization are personally meaningful (Meaningfulness). | 46 | .98 | .881 |
15. I look forward to going to working in this organization (Meaningfulness). | 46 | 1.28 | 1.148 |
16. This organization is exciting (Meaningfulness). | 44 | 1.14 | 1.002 |
17. My organization is interesting (Meaningfulness). | 45 | 1.00 | .953 |
18. The tasks required of me in this organization are valuable to me (Meaningfulness). | 46 | .76 | .900 |
19. The information in this organization is useful (Meaningfulness). | 45 | .89 | .959 |
20. Working in this organization will help me achieve my future goals (Meaningfulness). | 45 | 1.02 | 1.055 |