Unit-level antecedents of counterproductive work behaviors

Bulin Zhang and Nichelle C. Carpenter

Chapter 16 in Handbook of Counterproductive Work Behavior, 2025, pp 281-297 from Edward Elgar Publishing

Abstract: In this chapter, we emphasized the need to investigate unit-level antecedents of both individual-level and unit-level counterproductive work behaviors (CWBs). We began by providing an overview of common theories used to explain how unit-level factors influence CWBs. Following this theoretical review, we explored five key unit-level antecedents that impact CWBs: HR practices/systems, leadership, unit-level climate/culture/norms, collective perceptions and attitudes, and unit-level characteristics. These antecedents were discussed in the context of both in-person and remote/hybrid working settings. Lastly, we discussed future directions for CWB research.

Keywords: Counterproductive work behaviors; Unit-level antecedents; In-person and remote work contexts (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2025
ISBN: 9781035306664
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