Employee Turnover Intentions in Ostracized Work Environment and Organizational Cynicism

Abstract

This study investigates employees’ turnover intention taking workplace ostracism as an antecedent within Pakistan's private sector organizations. Grounded in existing body of literature, the research addresses dearth of knowledge in this specific context. Employing a convenience sampling approach, data was collected via questionnaires distributed to 300 individuals working across various private sector organizations. SPSS software facilitated data processing, alongside a suite of analytical tools and statistical tests. Findings underscore a noteworthy positive correlation between ostracism and employee turnover intention, shedding light on significance of this association. However, examination of organizational cynicism as a mediator in this association did not yield statistically significant results. This research not only enriches the understanding of workplace dynamics by highlighting the pivotal roles of workplace ostracism and organizational cynicism but also offers practical insights for organizations aiming to cultivate a more engaged and committed workforce.