The aim of this paper is to link envy at the workplace to social loafing and to examine the role of self-esteem in moderating this relationship.Data was collected via a survey questionnaire from 393 employees working in public and private organizations in Malaysia.Partial least squares-structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) was used to test the hypotheses.The results show that the higher the degree of workplace envy encountered, the higher the inclination for members to exert less effort while working in a team (social loafing), and this relationship is moderated basket by self-esteem.
In addition, it is found that the relationship is better for low self-esteem workers relative to those high in self-esteem.In terms of workplace envy and avoidance of social loafing, the research provides important implications.Organizations should etablish a Oven Handle supportive workplace that encourages employees to be more involved and practice openness and give continued support.In a team culture especially, managers must play an active role by paying attention and being more sensitive towards circumstances that induce feelings of envy at work.
By implementing a proper system and control, tendency towards workplace envy and social loafing can be mimimized.