Who can afford to dissent at work? The mediating effect of organizational socialization on the relationship between social capital and organizational dissent

We contribute to the literature by extending social capital research by illustrating that employees' social relationships lead to organizational socialization and organizational dissent behavior at work. The results suggest that the ability of employees to show dissent behavior is conditioned by their social capital and mediated by organizational socialization. This research is particularly relevant in sectors with hierarchical structures, where encouraging voice and participation can lead to significant advancements.