Does Polychronicity Impact Innovative Work Behavior? The Role of Procrastination
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https://doi.org/10.61506/01.00181Keywords:
Polychronicity; innovation; innovative work behaviour; procrastination, COR Theory, Self-determination TheoryAbstract
The innovative work behaviors are essential because of developments in technology, society, economy, and changes in organizational structures. The study innovates by investigate the relationship between polychronicity and innovative work behaviour. It further examines the mediating role of procrastination in the relationship between polychronicity and innovative work behaviors. A survey conducted with 575 respondents confirm that polychronicity has a positive relationship with employee IWB by mediating role of procrastination. We discuss managerial implications, limitations, and future research directions.
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