Crafting Charisma or Calculating Control? Unveiling Impression Management Prowess Across Machiavellian Domains
Abstract/Description
Purpose: The study aims to explain the relationship between dimensions of Machiavellian personality on the choice of impression management techniques. This research endeavor is taken to understand how the people with tendencies of Machiavellian strive to portray themselves in the organizational setup.
Methodology: Grounded in positivist orientation, this study takes up quantitative method of data collection, in which valid and reliable survey instruments on variables are used. The data is collected from grade 17 and above officers of public sector organizations. Common method bias is reduced with intermittent data collection. Data is analyzed with partial least square and bootstrapping with 5000 sub samples.
Findings: Hypotheses are developed to check which dimension reflects which style of impression management. The study shall reveal particular dimensions of Machiavellian personality from the way of impression management.
Originality: Impression management is hypothesized to be impacted from dimensions of Machiavellian dimensions.
Research Implications: The models of Machiavellian personality and impression management are investigated together to pave way for further research.
Practical Implications: In public sector organizations, particularly in the culture like Pakistan, it is believed to be platforms of strong politics in offices where it is important to understand impression management styles and personality styles to make understanding of the persons and their intents. This study provides scientific highlight on this understanding.
Social Implications: Exploring the correlation between Machiavellian characteristics and impression control in governmental settings such as Pakistan has the potential to enhance ethical standards and openness within organizations. Through the identification of manipulative tendencies and advocacy for moral principles, individuals in authoritative positions can cultivate equitable work environments and administrative protocols.
Track
Management
Session Number/Theme
2B: Management
Start Date/Time
30-5-2024 3:25 PM
End Date/Time
30-5-2024 4:55 PM
Location
MCS – 4 AMAN CED Building
Recommended Citation
Samo, A. H., & Ahmed, Q. (2024). Crafting Charisma or Calculating Control? Unveiling Impression Management Prowess Across Machiavellian Domains. 3rd IBA SBS International Conference 2024. Retrieved from https://ir.iba.edu.pk/sbsic/2024/program/24
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Crafting Charisma or Calculating Control? Unveiling Impression Management Prowess Across Machiavellian Domains
MCS – 4 AMAN CED Building
Purpose: The study aims to explain the relationship between dimensions of Machiavellian personality on the choice of impression management techniques. This research endeavor is taken to understand how the people with tendencies of Machiavellian strive to portray themselves in the organizational setup.
Methodology: Grounded in positivist orientation, this study takes up quantitative method of data collection, in which valid and reliable survey instruments on variables are used. The data is collected from grade 17 and above officers of public sector organizations. Common method bias is reduced with intermittent data collection. Data is analyzed with partial least square and bootstrapping with 5000 sub samples.
Findings: Hypotheses are developed to check which dimension reflects which style of impression management. The study shall reveal particular dimensions of Machiavellian personality from the way of impression management.
Originality: Impression management is hypothesized to be impacted from dimensions of Machiavellian dimensions.
Research Implications: The models of Machiavellian personality and impression management are investigated together to pave way for further research.
Practical Implications: In public sector organizations, particularly in the culture like Pakistan, it is believed to be platforms of strong politics in offices where it is important to understand impression management styles and personality styles to make understanding of the persons and their intents. This study provides scientific highlight on this understanding.
Social Implications: Exploring the correlation between Machiavellian characteristics and impression control in governmental settings such as Pakistan has the potential to enhance ethical standards and openness within organizations. Through the identification of manipulative tendencies and advocacy for moral principles, individuals in authoritative positions can cultivate equitable work environments and administrative protocols.
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