The Impact of Exploitative Leadership on Knowledge Hoarding : Exploring the Mediating Role of Psychological Distress in IT sector of Islamabad

Abstract

This comprehensive research Explores the relationship of exploitative leadership, knowledge hoarding, and their impact on psychological distress within the Information Technology (IT) sector of Islamabad, Gaichu Managed Services serving as the primary data source. The study has sample size of 100 respondents, each contributing valuable insights through designed surveys. Once the Data is Collected it was run through SPSS to Investigate the relationships of variables. The correlation and regression analysis tests conducted on this dataset revealed a compelling and positive relationship among the variables under investigation. Specifically, the findings highlighted a significant association between exploitative leadership behaviour’s, knowledge hoarding tendencies, and heightened psychological distress among The Respondents in sampled population. These results not only advance our scholarly understanding of workplace dynamics within the IT industry but also offer actionable insights for organizational leaders, human resource practitioners, and policymakers aiming to cultivate healthier and more supportive work environments that prioritize employee well-being.