Examining social capital on mobile SNS: the effect of social support

2016 ◽  
Vol 50 (4) ◽  
pp. 367-379 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tao Zhou
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Capital ◽  
Emotional Support ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Research Model ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Mobile Social Networking ◽  
Equation Modelling ◽  
Mobile Sns

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the effect of social support on social capital in mobile social networking sites. Design/methodology/approach Based on the 234 valid responses collected from a survey, structural equation modelling was employed to examine the research model. Findings The results indicated that social support, which includes informational support and emotional support, has a significant effect on social capital that consists of structural, relational and cognitive capital. Originality/value Although previous research has found the effect of social capital on user behaviour, it has seldom identified the determinants of social capital. Thus, how to build and develop social capital remains a question. This research examined the effect of social support on social capital.

Understanding social influence on mobile social networking sites: A social support perspective

2017 ◽  
Vol 35 (2) ◽  
pp. 220-229 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tao Zhou
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Influence ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Emotional Support ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
Informational Support ◽  
Mobile Social Networking ◽  
The Social ◽  
Mobile Sns

Due to the social networking relationship, users’ continuance of social networking sites (SNS) may receive social influence from their peers and referents. This research identified the effect of social support on social influence in mobile SNS. Social support consists of both informational support and emotional support. Social influence is reflected by three factors: subjective norm, social identity and group norm. The results suggested that social support has a significant effect on social influence. The results imply that service providers need to build a supportive climate in order to facilitate social influence and users’ continuance usage.

scholarly journals Examining the Predictors of Mobile Addiction: Some Insights from Malaysia

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (4.38) ◽  
pp. 760
Author(s):  
Norazah Mohd Suki ◽  
Norbayah Mohd Suki
Keyword(s):  
Social Networking ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Partial Least Square ◽  
Least Square ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Research Model ◽  
Everyday Activity ◽  
Mobile Social Networking ◽  
Equation Modelling

This research aims to investigate the predictors of mobile addiction. The data was analyzed using Partial Least Square-Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) approach supported by Smart-PLS 2.0 to assess the hypothesis in the research model. The PLS-SEM technique revealed that there was a strong correlation between social networking sites (SNS) intensity and mobile addiction. Users have positively expressed that visiting SNS is part of their everyday activity as they tend to check their SNS almost every day. They have this perception that they will feel out of touch when they do not log into their SNS for a day. In addition, they feel as if they are part of the community of SNS on campus. Those with many SNS accounts have a strong tendency to install and use mobile social networking apps on their mobile phones to connect and communicate with others. These heavy users frequently use their mobile phone to log into their social network via preferred social networking apps and actively use it to check the SNS.  The direction for future research is also presented. 

The Effect of Social Support on Post-Adoption of Mobile SNS

2017 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 17-30 ◽  
Author(s):  
Tao Zhou
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Emotional Support ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Service Providers ◽  
System Quality ◽  
Support Theory ◽  
Mobile Social Networking ◽  
The Social ◽  
Continuance Usage ◽  
Mobile Sns

Retaining users and facilitating their post-adoption are crucial for the success of mobile social networking sites (SNS). Drawing on the social support theory, this research examined mobile SNS continuance. The results indicated that both social support and technological perceptions affect continuance usage through trust and flow. Social support includes informational support and emotional support. Technological perceptions include system quality and service quality. The results imply that service providers need to offer a supportive climate as well as quality systems and services in order to facilitate users' post-adoption and continuance usage.

Linking supply chain professional's competencies to resilience in a turbulent world

2021 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Muhammad Idrees Asghar ◽  
Haris Aslam ◽  
Amer Saeed
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Knowledge Sharing ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Corporate Training ◽  
Research Model ◽  
Supply Chain Disruptions ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Knowledge Based ◽  
Equation Modelling ◽  
Antecedents And Consequences

PurposeThis research aims to understand how competencies for supply chain professionals are developed and how they can affect the manager's performance, especially the manager's resilience in times of significant supply chain disruptions.Design/methodology/approachA research model was developed based on a comprehensive literature survey in the area of individual competencies grounded in the knowledge-based view of the firm. We tested our research model using a quantitative, survey-based study with a sample of 175 Pakistani supply chain managers. The hypotheses were tested using structural equation modelling (SEM).FindingsThe analysis identified corporate training and knowledge sharing as the main antecedents of supply chain professional's competencies. It also showed that these competencies result in higher performance in the form manager's resilience and job performance.Research limitations/implicationsThis study provides a valuable framework for organisations to focus on skill-developing training and promoting a knowledge-sharing culture among employees to achieve desired performance levels.Originality/valueThis study is unique as no prior research studied such a comprehensive model of antecedents and consequences of supply chain professionals' competencies.

The effect of social capital on exploratory and exploitative innovation

2019 ◽  
Vol 23 (4) ◽  
pp. 649-674
Author(s):  
Bismark Duodu ◽  
Steve Rowlinson
Keyword(s):  
Social Capital ◽  
Structural Equation Modelling ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Knowledge Based ◽  
Equation Modelling ◽  
Direct Benefits ◽  
Construction Contractor ◽  
Survey Responses

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to advance new insights into how internal and external social capital (SC) facets influence exploratory and exploitative innovation directly, and indirectly through absorptive capability (AC), by drawing on the relational and knowledge-based views. Design/methodology/approach The paper empirically tests the developed model using 135 survey responses from managers in construction contractor firms. Data were factor analysed, and path estimates determined using partial least squares structural equation modelling to test the hypotheses. Findings The results reveal that each social capital (SC) facet has direct benefits for both exploratory and exploitative innovation. The findings also show a mix of full and partial mediation paths between the facets of SC and innovation types through AC. Originality/value Extant research linking SC facets with innovation categories is fragmented. Added to this fragmentation is the dearth of studies linking both intra-firm and inter-firm SC with exploratory and exploitative innovation in firms. This paper makes a novel contribution by testing a model of the direct and indirect links (through AC) between internal and external SC and both exploratory and exploitative innovation in the context of construction contractor firms. The findings show how both facets of SC are necessary for exploratory and exploitative innovation. It reveals the types of relationships and capabilities necessary for specific innovation objectives.

Adoption of mobile social networking sites for learning?

2015 ◽  
Vol 39 (6) ◽  
pp. 762-778 ◽  
Author(s):  
Choy-Har Wong ◽  
Garry Wei-Han Tan ◽  
Siew-Phaik Loke ◽  
Keng-Boon Ooi
Keyword(s):  
Social Networking ◽  
Learning Community ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Mobile Network ◽  
Research Area ◽  
Equation Modeling ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Mobile Social Networking ◽  
New Research

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore the factors that influence users’ behavioral intention (BI) to adopt mobile social networking sites (mSNS) in facilitating formal/informal learning. Specifically, the study also investigates the association of mobility, reachability and convenience with performance expectancy (PE) and effort expectancy (EE). Design/methodology/approach – Partial least squares structural equation modeling (PLS-SEM) approach was applied to test on 266 valid responses. Findings – The findings indicated that learning compatibility (LC), PE, EE and copyright clearance (CC) has a significant effect on BI. The results also revealed that EE is influenced by mobility, reachability and convenience. PE however was found to be influenced by convenience. Practical implications – The results of this study provides valuable insights and references for practitioners and mobile network providers in developing mSNS in facilitating learning. Originality/value – While mSNS have the potential to become a new research area with numerous benefits for the learning community, there is little research on the adoption factors on mSNS in facilitating learning. This study therefore attempts to close the research gap by contributing to the mobile literatures.

scholarly journals Structural relationship between emotional and social support for young adult carers towards intergenerational care of the multi-ethnic elderly

2017 ◽  
Vol 18 (3) ◽  
pp. 188-200 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nurul Hudani Md. Nawi ◽  
Puteri Hayati Megat Ahmad ◽  
Dahlan A. Malek ◽  
Getrude Cosmas ◽  
Habibie Ibrahim ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Young Adults ◽  
Emotional Support ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Action Plan ◽  
Well Being ◽  
The Elderly ◽  
Structural Relationship ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Intergenerational Care

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to examine the structural relationship between the emotional and social support provided for individuals with caring responsibilities for elderly relatives, and the quality of care actually delivered. In addition, the moderating role of gender is explored. Design/methodology/approach A quantitative research design was utilised in which 200 usable questionnaires were collected from 250 respondents comprised of young adults who adopt a caregiving roles in respect of elderly parents or other close elderly relatives. The structural equation modelling (SEM) technique was selected for data analysis, and the Analysis of moment structure software version 21 was used. Findings The SEM results revealed that emotional support for caregivers was the most important predictor affecting the intergenerational care of multi-ethnic elderly people. Additionally, a moderation analysis revealed that the relative influence in this connection was more pronounced among female caregivers. An increase in the emotional support received by the recipient was found to enhance the level of the relationship, and to result in closer intergenerational ties in the care of the multi-ethnic elderly. Furthermore, the receipt of social support positively influences the judgement of an individual, and expands that person’s social network, which can subsequently have a favourable impact on the way in which one fulfils their caring role. The significant effect of social support provided for intergenerational caregivers in the context of the multi-ethnic elderly was higher in the group of male caregivers than in the group of female caregivers. Practical implications This study sends a strong message to policy-makers in developing countries about the need to consider within their National Policy for the Elderly, improvements in the national action plan for a holistic and integrated approach to ensure the well-being of caregivers and the elderly. Originality/value The results of the study help young adults to understand the importance of emotional and social support in boosting their relationships with parents and families and motivating intergenerational efforts in the care of the multi-ethnic elderly. Harmony within families is an important ideal in any circumstance, but in the scenario of ageing family members it may be even more essential to try to achieve it.

Antecedents and outcome of employee change fatigue and change cynicism

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Noufou Ouedraogo ◽  
Mohammed Laid Ouakouak
Keyword(s):  
Structural Equation Modelling ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Design Methodology ◽  
Research Model ◽  
Change Initiatives ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Equation Modelling ◽  
Negative Effect ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Practical Implications

PurposeOrganisations implement changes either to address real business imperatives or to follow trends in their industries. But frequent changes in an organisation often lead to employee change fatigue and change cynicism. The purpose of this study is to investigate the impact of the change logic of appropriateness and the logic of consequences on change fatigue and change cynicism and the impact of change fatigue and change cynicism on change success.Design/methodology/approachTo carry out this study, the authors collected data on a sample of 320 participants from diverse organisations, and they used structural equation modelling (SEM) techniques to test our hypotheses depicted in the research model.FindingsThe authors found that the change logic of consequences reduces both change fatigue and change cynicism, whereas the change logic of appropriateness increases change fatigue. The authors also found that change fatigue does not have any direct effect on change success, although it maintains an indirect negative effect on change success through change cynicism.Practical implicationsAlong with other practical implications, the authors recommend that change managers help employees understand any logic of consequences that sustain their change initiatives. Additionally, change managers should work to prevent change fatigue from turning into change cynicism, which is the real precursor of reduced change success.Originality/valueThis study is among the first to show that employees experience change fatigue and change cynicism differently, depending on the reason underlying the change. It is also among the first to show that change fatigue does not affect change success directly but does so through the interplay of change cynicism.

scholarly journals Diagnostic and prescriptive benefits of consumer participation in virtual communities of personal challenge

2017 ◽  
Vol 51 (11/12) ◽  
pp. 1817-1835 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ben Lowe ◽  
Devon Johnson
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Structural Equation ◽  
Virtual Communities ◽  
Social Identification ◽  
Consumer Participation ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Online Panel ◽  
Equation Modelling ◽  
Health Communities ◽  
Virtual Health Communities

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to show how active participants within personal challenge virtual communities (e.g. virtual health communities, online legal forums, etc.) derive learning benefits from their involvement within the community. In doing so, the research conceptualises and tests a model of engagement within such virtual communities. Design/methodology/approach This research was conducted through the design of a survey administered to an online panel of active participants from several virtual health communities. Structural equation modelling was used to test the conceptual model. Findings Along with well-researched concepts such as social identification, this research identifies diagnostic and prescriptive benefits as key learning benefits associated with active participation within personal challenge communities. These benefits drive social support which individuals attain from these virtual communities, which, in turn, drives engagement within the community. It is also found that anticipated negative emotions from leaving the community mediate social support and engagement. Originality/value This is one of the first studies to develop a model of consumer engagement with personal challenge virtual communities. The findings make a contribution to the field of online communities by showing how learning benefits (diagnostic and prescriptive) transpire within these communities and how these benefits lead to greater community engagement.

They support, so we talk: the effects of other users on self-disclosure on social networking sites

2020 ◽  
Vol ahead-of-print (ahead-of-print) ◽  
Author(s):  
Cheng-Yu Lin ◽  
En-Yi Chou ◽  
Heng-Chiang Huang
Keyword(s):  
Social Support ◽  
Social Networking ◽  
Social Exchange ◽  
Social Networking Sites ◽  
Social Exchange Theory ◽  
Exchange Theory ◽  
Research Model ◽  
Self Disclosure ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Online Social Support

PurposeSocial networking sites (SNSs) have significantly influenced people's lives and changed their behavior. Although previous research has explored self-disclosure in virtual communities, little is known about the impact of other users, particularly their online social support, on self-disclosure. The aim of this study is to explore how online social support dimensions (i.e., emotional, informational, esteem, instrumental and network support) influence people's self-disclosure, which in turn affects their commitment to SNSs.Design/methodology/approachBased on social exchange theory, this study proposes a research model that explores the role of other users on self-disclosure. This study collects data from a sample of 558 respondents and applies the structural equation modeling technique to test the research model.FindingsThe findings show that users are motivated to disclose information and commit to a specific SNS because of the supportive climate. Results also show that self-disclosure mediates the effect of online social support on users' commitment to SNSs.Originality/valueThis study focuses on the influence of other users' roles on self-disclosure on SNSs, extending the application of social exchange theory.

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