Effect of social media usage on job security through social media disorder and networking behavior: a serial mediation mechanism
Purpose – The usage of social media at the workplace has become an undeniable reality, yet the role of social media use (SMU) in job-related outcomes is still unclear. This study uncovers a chain process through which SMU may strengthen job security perception of employees through social media diso...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Emerald Publishing
2024-11-01
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| Series: | PSU Research Review |
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| Online Access: | https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/PRR-04-2022-0039/full/pdf |
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| Summary: | Purpose – The usage of social media at the workplace has become an undeniable reality, yet the role of social media use (SMU) in job-related outcomes is still unclear. This study uncovers a chain process through which SMU may strengthen job security perception of employees through social media disorder (SMD) and networking behavior. Design/methodology/approach – This quantitative study used ratings of 197 Emirati students enrolled in a higher education institution located in United Arab Emirates (UAE). The respondents were professionals serving in different public and private organizations in UAE. Findings – The statistical results supported a significant serial mediation of SMD and networking behavior between SMU and job security perceptions of employees. Practical implications – This study offers implications for employees and their supervisors about the usage of social media for strengthening their perceptions of job security. Originality/value – This study contributed to the existing stream of research on SMU to explain a chain process through which employees may benefit from social media to strengthen their perceptions of job security. |
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| ISSN: | 2399-1747 2398-4007 |