The Ripple Effects of Bullying: Impact on Employees and Their Performance

Abstract

For strongly securing the employer–employee relationship, it is important to have a desirable and positive working environment. This study investigates the impact of workplace bullying on self-concept, employee cynicism and life satisfaction, which effect employees’ performances. The survey has been conducted through the adaptation of standard tools among 200 employees working in various banks like ICICI and Axis to name a few. The analysis of data will be done through G*power software and SmartPLS4 software to apply structural equation modelling. Results revealed that the relationship between workplace and personal bullying on employee cynicism, self-concept and job performance of employees is significant which effect the employee’s satisfaction with life. It develops the turnover intention among employees. This study has very strong and valid implications for management for the employees of the banking sector. It will help in energizing and motivating their workforce more towards effective performances, which will make their well-being stronger. It will be effectively helpful in maintaining a productive working environment by prioritizing their daily role at the workplace. This study validates the relationship among the variables used in the study. It invites more research from a different perspective to identify the impact in understanding the role of workplace bullying which creates deviance among employees.