Invisible Labor Engagement

Abstract

The present study aimed to identify reasons for employee engagement with invisible labor tasks. This study also measured task enjoyment. An online survey was distributed via Prolific. To sum the present findings, there were not gender differences between task frequency for administrative and physical care tasks. Also, task enjoyment was not related to task frequency suggesting there may be tasks employees enjoy but do not engage in. Overall, employees engaged in invisible labor tasks because they align with their personal values and are seen as beneficial to their colleagues.