Sustainable human resources management in learning organizations: consequences of customer incivility and surface acting

Author:

Kuok Kim Oi Mei,Chan Sow Hup Joanne,Kou Hera Kit Wa,Kong Siew Huat,Mac Lancy Vai Iun

Abstract

Purpose Because of the nature of their work, frontline service employees are highly exposed to customer incivility (CI) and are required to perform surface acting (SA) in such circumstances. Both CI and SA have detrimental impact to a sustainable workforce. This study aims to investigate the psychological effects of CI and SA on emotional exhaustion (EE), organizational commitment (OC) and work–family conflict (WFC). Design/methodology/approach Data from 203 respondents who successfully completed the questionnaire is used for the analysis. Structural equation modelling and bootstrapping were performed to investigate the relationship among variables. Findings The study found that both CI and SA are positively related to EE. EE is negatively related to OC and positively related to WFC. EE was engaged as a mediator between CI and OC, and between CI and WFC. EE also served as a mediator between SA and OC, and between SA and WFC. Originality/value The findings advanced our knowledge of the impact of CI and SA on EE, OC and WFC. Based on the findings, theoretical and practical implications are discussed.

Publisher

Emerald

Subject

Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management,Education

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