Supervisors’ Dark Triad and Abusive Supervision: Does Islamic Work Ethic Helps?

Authors

  • Naeem Ahmed Tahir Riphah International University, Islamabad
  • Prof Dr. Khurram Khan Riphah International University, Pakistan
  • Dr. Sajjad Hussain Foundation University, Islamabad, Pakistan

Keywords:

Supervisors’ Dark Triad, Abusive Supervision, Islamic Work Ethic, burnout, counterproductive work

Abstract

This conceptual study explores the supervisors’ dark triad personality as an antecedent to their abusive supervision. The study suggests that supervisor’s dark triad would trigger burnout and counterproductive work behaviors among the employees directly or indirectly through abusive supervision. The study further discusses the critical role of Islamic work ethics as a buffering agent that helps employees to cope with the harmful effects of abusive supervision on job outcomes. Finally, the study concludes with important implications.

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Published

2020-12-30