The Impact of Psychological Capital, Supervisor Support and Risk Tolerance in Managers on Innovative Work Behavior
Journal Title: European Online Journal of Natural and Social Sciences - Year 2018, Vol 7, Issue 3
Abstract
The present study intended to address the impact of positive psychological capital, supervisor support and risk tolerance in manager on innovative work behavior. The study emphasizes on the impression that employees who have positive psychological capital and receives support from their immediate supervisor/manager tend towards innovative work behavior on the job. In addition, employees whose manager allows them to take the risk can manage the external environment. Simple random sampling methodology was used to collect data from 11 private companies consisting of the telecommunication sector, banks and IT sector of Lahore, Pakistan. Findings from 400 employees by applying regression technique revealed that positive psychological capital, supervisor support and risk tolerance in manager have a positive impact on innovative work behavior. Results of the study highlight the importance of inculcating a positive work environment, support of the supervisor, which leads to the competitiveness of the organization. The limitations of the study and future research directions are discussed. Results underscore the importance of considering the direction of the positive work environment.
Authors and Affiliations
Faiza Akhtar, Huma Khan, Areeba Suleman
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