PUNITIVE SUPERVISION, KNOWLEDGE SABOTAGE & EMPLOYEE CREATIVITY: THE MEDIATING ROLE OF PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL-BEING

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of punitive supervision upon employee creativity in pharmaceutical organizations, focusing on the mediating roles of knowledge sabotage and psychological well-being. In organizational behavior perspectives, study explores how negative supervisory practices influence employees’ knowledge-sharing behaviors and psychological states, that in turn affect their creative performance. A multi-level dataset was collected from employees and managers in pharmaceutical companies using a purposive sampling technique. The data were gathered through a structured questionnaire on five-point Likert scale. A total of 355 surveys were distributed through both online and offline channels, resulting in 275 valid responses. Findings are expected to reveal that punitive supervision increases knowledge sabotage behaviors and reduces psychological well- being, which negatively influence employee creativity. By highlighting the mediation mechanisms, study contributes to a deeper understanding of how destructive leadership behaviors hinder innovation in organizations. This research offers practical implications for managers and organizations seeking to foster creativity by reducing harmful supervisory practices and promoting kind work environments that enhance employee well-being & knowledge sharing.