Longitudinal study of antecedents of work engagement in Thailand

Manjiri Kunte and Parisa RungRuang

Evidence-based HRM, 2018, vol. 7, issue 2, 143-160

Abstract: Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to examine the effects of job demands, job resources and personal resources on work engagement using the job demands–resources (JD–R) model. Design/methodology/approach - The study utilized a longitudinal research design in a sample of Thai employees (n=182). The data were collected by questionnaires administered in two waves over a period of four months, and the hypotheses were tested using hierarchical regression analysis. Findings - The results supported the negative relationship between role ambiguity and work engagement. In addition, the findings suggested self-efficacy as a moderator in reducing the effect of increasing workload on work engagement. Research limitations/implications - The results of this study will be helpful for managers in designing appropriate human resources policies and practices; in recruiting, selecting and developing engaged employees; and in ensuring workplace well-being. Originality/value - This is the first notable study establishing the applicability of the antecedents of work engagement in the JD–R model in a Thai work setting.

Keywords: Thailand; Job demands; Longitudinal study; Work engagement; Personal resources; Job resources (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2018
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DOI: 10.1108/EBHRM-03-2018-0021

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