WORKPLACE BOREDOM, CYBERLOAFING AND WORK ENGAGEMENT OF INSURANCE COMPANIES IN NIGERIA: MODERATING ROLE OF MINDFULNESS

Abstract

This study aims to apply self-determination theory to investigate themoderating effect of mindfulness on the relationship among workplace boredom,cyberloafing and work engagement among Insurance companies in Nigeria. With a sample of384 employees derived from an infinite population, the structural equation model wasemployed in this survey-based, cross sectional study to examine the relationships among theconstructs. The study revealed a significantly negative relationship between workplaceboredom and work engagement likewise, cyberloafing has significantly negative influence onwork engagement. Furthermore, mindfulness buffers the relationship between workplaceboredom and employee engagement. Similarly, mindfulness mitigated the influence ofcyberloafing on employee engagement. The study recommends that insurance organisationsin Nigeria adopt mindfulness training programmes to aid personnel in obtaining improvedattention and self-discipline. The study also recommends the establishment of definedguidelines and procedures for permitted internet use during work hours.