Bridging Job Characteristics And Innovative Work Behavior: The Mediation Role Of Job-Based Psychological Ownership

Abstract

In the realm of business, innovative work behavior holds significant importance. While the direct connection between job characteristics and innovative work behavior has received attention, there remains a gap in understanding the indirect pathways and the influence of job-based psychological ownership in this relationship. This study seeks to address this gap by investigating the relationship between job characteristics and innovative work behavior through job-based psychological ownership. Data was collected through a survey of 574 Vietnamese employees, and the analysis was conducted using PLS-SEM with Smart PLS 4.0 software. The findings reveal that job characteristics positively influence job-based psychological ownership, which subsequently fosters innovative work behavior. Moreover, the results confirm the mediating role of job-based psychological ownership in the relationship between job characteristics and innovative work behavior. These findings carry significant practical implications for Vietnamese businesses.