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International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences

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Effects of Big Five Personality Traits on Job Crafting among Private University Academic Staff

Tan Chi Hau, Khuan Wai Bing, Bhargkavi A/P Pari

http://dx.doi.org/10.6007/IJARBSS/v10-i7/7476

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The objective of this study is to examine the effects of Big Five personality traits on job crafting among private university academic staff. A total of 284 completed surveys were collected using a proportionate stratified sampling method and a simple random sampling technique. Applying the use of Partial Least Square-Structural Equation Modelling, the results have shown that agreeableness (? = 0.257, p < 0.05), openness to experience (? = 0.195, p < 0.05), and extraversion (? = 0.349, p < 0.05) promote job crafting behaviour. Theoretically, a comprehensive conceptual model for the Big Five personality traits and job crafting has been developed, and serves as a valuable reference for future studies. Moreover, this study also provides limitations and recommendations for future research.

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In-Text Citation: (Hau, Bing, Pari, 2020)
To Cite this Article: Hau, T. C., Bing, K. W., Pari, B. A/P. (2020). Effects of Big Five Personality Traits on Job Crafting among Private University Academic Staff. International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social sciences. 10(7), 607-620.