Unraveling The Nexus: Locus Of Control, Self-Efficacy And Their Interplay In Shaping Role Stress

Abstract

The primary objectives of this research are to determine the connection between individual Personality Traits (specifically, Self-Efficacy and Locus of Control) and the experience of role-related Stress (including Role Ambiguity and Role Overload). To assess the relationship, Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) was employed. The model testing was conducted using a sample of 304 Indian micro entrepreneurs. Our findings indicate that there is no notable connection between Locus of Control and role stress (specifically, Role Overload and Role Ambiguity). The outcomes of the study suggest that Self-Efficacy does not influence Role Ambiguity and Role Overload. However, there is a correlation between Self-Efficacy and Locus of Control. This research adds to the current body of knowledge by highlighting that the absence of a substantial relationship between Personality Traits and Role Stress occurs when they are not employed as mediators or moderators.