PSYCHOLOGICAL WELLBEING AND EMPOWERMENT AS PREDICTORS OF EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE: THE MEDIATING ROLE OF WORK ENGAGEMENT
Keywords:
COR Theory, Employee Performance, Psychological Empowerment, Psychological Well-Being,, Work EngagementAbstract
ABSTRACTThis study examines the psychological wellbeing (PWB) and psychological empowerment (PE) as predictors of employee performance (EP) along with the mediating role of work engagement (WE) using conservation of resources (COR) theory. A quantitative approach was used. A survey method was used for data collection from 388 healthcare professionals working in Karachi, Pakistan through purposive sampling. Data was examined using Smart PLS. According to the results, PE has a positive impact on PWB. Moreover, PWB and PE notably impact WE. However, in the context of healthcare organizations, PE has a negative impact on EP. On the other hand, PWB and WE have a positive impact on EP. Our study adds to the current literature by examining the abovementioned factors from the lens of COR theory in the context of healthcare organizations. This study offers insights for healthcare managers to encourage and support employees by involving them in strategic decisions. As a result, employees feel empowered, mentally satisfied, and engaged to handle stressful situations and henceforth reflect in better performance.
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