The Impact of Workplace Bullying on Employee Cynicism with Mediating Role of Psychological Contract

Abstract

Workplace bullying can ground cynicism between the employees. The reason of this paper is to observe the motives of bullying and the way it can be resolved. The look at explored the effect of workplace bullying on employee's cynicism and psychological contract. facts are examined through Statistical bundle for Social Sciences (SPSS) model 24. The data comprised 150 employees working within the textile sector of Faisalabad. The results of this study showed that there is a significant relationship among workplace bullying and employee cynicism. The effects additionally suggest that the relationship among workplace bullying and employee cynicism may be in part mediated by psychological contract. This paper also offers conclusion, recommendations, and suggestions for future researchers.

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