
Winnie Jiang
Assistant Professor of Organisational Behaviour
Biography
Winnie Jiang is an Assistant Professor of Organisational Behaviour at INSEAD. Her research focuses on the dynamics of meaning-making at work, work as a calling, career mobility and transitions, and personal and professional development.
Winnie studies how the meaning of work relates to individuals’ objective and subjective career experience, organizational effectiveness, and changes. She seeks to answer questions such as how do individuals find, pursue, and sustain meaning in their work in complex and rapidly changing environments; how does individuals’ quest for meaning in work influence the organizations and institutions to which they belong; and how could organizations cultivate meaningful work experiences and career growth for the benefit of individuals, organizations, and society. Relatedly, Winnie is interested in human resource management, examining factors that help unleash employees’ fullest potential and actualize their purpose at work. Her research has been published in Administrative Science Quarterly, Academy of Management Journal, and Organization Science.
Prior to joining INSEAD, Winnie completed her PhD in Management at Yale University.
Winnie studies how the meaning of work relates to individuals’ objective and subjective career experience, organizational effectiveness, and changes. She seeks to answer questions such as how do individuals find, pursue, and sustain meaning in their work in complex and rapidly changing environments; how does individuals’ quest for meaning in work influence the organizations and institutions to which they belong; and how could organizations cultivate meaningful work experiences and career growth for the benefit of individuals, organizations, and society. Relatedly, Winnie is interested in human resource management, examining factors that help unleash employees’ fullest potential and actualize their purpose at work. Her research has been published in Administrative Science Quarterly, Academy of Management Journal, and Organization Science.
Prior to joining INSEAD, Winnie completed her PhD in Management at Yale University.
Latest posts
Pursuing Purpose After Early Retirement
W. Jiang, C. Harbour, A. Tirard
Individuals who achieve financial independence seek greater purpose and meaningful work to enrich their lives.
Why Career Conversations Matter
W. Jiang, C. Harbour, A. Tirard
Meaningful discussions between managers and employees build stronger individuals and organisations.
What’s Behind the Tech Layoffs?
C. Lin, A. Fatás, H. Bresman, M. Mortensen, W. Jiang
INSEAD faculty on the state of the labour market and what’s to come for firms and employees.
The Hidden Power of Workers From Humble Backgrounds
C. Harbour, W. Jiang, A. Tirard
Businesses need to do more to level the playing field for socioeconomically disadvantaged workers.
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How to Find Fulfilment by Taking a Step Down
W. Jiang, C. Harbour, A. Tirard
Three stories of professionals who bucked the trend and found greater meaning in their work life.
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The Problem When Bankers Marry Social Workers
Winnie Jiang
When you and your romantic partner disagree about the meaning of work, it reduces your odds of quickly landing a job should you find yourself unemployed.