Work Adjustment Theory

Work Adjustment Theory explains how individuals and their work environment interact over time to achieve a good fit. It suggests that employees adjust their behaviors and expectations to match their job requirements and organizational culture, while organizations also adapt to accommodate employees' needs and skills. When both parties effectively adjust, job satisfaction and performance improve; if adjustments are mismatched, it can lead to dissatisfaction or turnover. Essentially, successful work adjustment is a dynamic process of mutual adaptation to maintain a productive and satisfying work relationship.