Mediating Role of Psychological Empowerment Between Proactive Personality and Employee Performance: A Study in an Indian IT Sector, Delhi NCR.

Abstract

This study examines the intricate dynamics between proactive personality and employee intention to stay, highlighting the mediating role of psychological empowerment. Individuals with a proactive personality are naturally inclined to take initiative and anticipate future challenges, which significantly impacts their commitment to the organization. Psychological empowerment acts as an influencer between proactive personality and employee performance. This paper synthesizes and collects the primary data through an online questionnaire form. The study population was IT professionals (Software engineers, technical leads, managers) who have been a key part of the Indian IT sector in Delhi NCR, which involved 370 respondents. Data analysis was performed through a forward stepwise technique through SPSS and smart PLS SEM. The results verified that EINT mediated the relationship between proactive personality and employee performance. By uncovering these relationships, this research study offers valuable insights for organizational leaders and policymakers aiming to cultivate a committed workforce and improve employee retention strategies and talent management practices in the Indian IT sector.