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Understanding the Phenomenon of Organizational Tranquility: Antecedents and Consequences from a Phenomenological Approach

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1 Assistant Professor, Department of public Management ,Payame Noor University,Tehran, Iran

2 Msc.Department of Public Manegement, Payam Noor University, Tehran, Iran

Abstract

This research was conducted with the aims of examining the phenomenon of organizational Tranquility and the factors influencing it in academic environment among faculty members of Payame Noor University. The present research seeks to understand the lived experiences of faculty members regarding organizational Tranquility and to identify the antecedents and consequences of this phenomenon. The research method is qualitative and based on a phenomenological approach. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews with 15 faculty members of Payame Noor University and analyzed using thematic analysis and MAXQDA 2020 software. According to the results, organizational Tranquility is influenced by various factors, including work-life balance, motivation, organizational justice, scholarly management, positive organizational culture, and transparency. Moreover, the consequences of this phenomenon include increased job satisfaction, reduced employee turnover, enhanced creativity and innovation, and improved organizational productivity. The most important antecedents of organizational Tranquility were workspace management, effective leadership style, and reduction of superficial tasks. The findings indicate that organizational tranquility not only affects employees' mental health and job satisfaction but also leads to the improvement of overall organizational performance. Organizations can foster organizational tranquility by creating supportive work environments, strengthening organizational justice, and reducing stress-inducing factors.

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Management Studies in Development and Evolution
Volume 34, Issue 118
January 2026
Pages 195-230
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