Faculty Publications

Unit-Level Antecedents of Counterproductive Work Behaviors

Document Type

Book Chapter

Keywords

Counterproductive work behaviors, In-person and remote work contexts, Unit-level antecedents

Journal/Book/Conference Title

Handbook of Counterproductive Work Behavior

First Page

281

Last Page

297

Abstract

In this chapter, we emphasized the need to investigate unit-level antecedents of both individual-level and unit-level counterproductive work behaviors (CWBs). We began by providing an overview of common theories used to explain how unit-level factors influence CWBs. Following this theoretical review, we explored five key unit-level antecedents that impact CWBs: HR practices/systems, leadership, unit-level climate/culture/norms, collective perceptions and attitudes, and unit-level characteristics. These antecedents were discussed in the context of both in-person and remote/hybrid working settings. Lastly, we discussed future directions for CWB research.

Department

Department of Management

Original Publication Date

12-9-2025

DOI of published version

10.4337/9781035306671.00024

Link to Full Text

Comments?

Share

COinS