JOM Literature Positioning
Positions Journal of Management manuscripts by framing theoretical gaps, problematizing assumptions, and differentiating from sibling academic journals.
The JOM Literature Positioning skill helps academic researchers stake robust theoretical contributions for Journal of Management (JOM) manuscripts. It guides authors through problematizing taken-for-granted assumptions rather than relying on weak gap-spotting, differentiating manuscripts from sibling journals such as AMJ, SMJ, JMS, and Org Science, and justifying the timing and value-add of systematic reviews or meta-analyses. By generating explicit contribution sentences that bridge the introduction and discussion, this skill helps eliminate desk-reject risks stemming from perceived incrementalism or misaligned scope.