Influence Of Antecedents Research Articles

Impact of Market and Entrepreneurial Orientation on Batik MSMEs’ Performance in Yogyakarta

Research Aims: In an organization, there are several factors that can affect business performance, including orientation, entrepreneurial orientation, utilization of social media and marketing capability. Based on the urgency above, this study focuses on exploring indicators that can effectively affect business performance and continuity in the current technological era in batik MSMEs. The purpose of this study is to provide an overview of the influence of antecedents on MSME performance so as to provide an overview of indicators that can effectively improve the performance of batik MSMEs in Yogyakarta. Design/methodology/approach: This research design uses a quantitative research method with an associative problem formulation. The type of research used is explanatory research. The number of respondent samples was 250 leaders or people in charge of various batik craft UMKM in Region of Yogyakarta Province. Data collection through the distribution of questionnaires with a face-to-face method between respondents and researchers. The analysis of this study uses the Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) method using AMOS. Research Findings: The results of this study are that market orientation, entrepreneurial Orientation, and use of social media have an effect on the marketing capability and business performance of Batik MSMEs in Yogyakarta. Theoretical Contribution/Originality: This study provides an overview of the importance of market orientation and entrepreneurial Orientation for improving a company's business performance. The novelty of this study's results is that it shows that the use of social media and marketing capability are also indicators that play a role in improving business performance.

A Meta-Analytic Structural Equation Modelling (MASEM) Approach Toward Scrutinizing the Influence of Brand Equity Antecedents on Brand Advocacy

Brand equity antecedents are essential in the creation and development of brand advocacy strategies and implementation tactics that transform conventional customers into active brand advocates. Yet, the association incorporating these two concepts is less studied. This research aims to bridge such a gap by combining these two approaches to explore the most influential antecedents of brand equity for incentivizing brand advocacy within technological platforms. The proposed model was assessed using Meta-Analytic Structural Equation Modeling (MASEM). The study featured 68 empirical studies with 183 correlations derived from 15 hypothetical ‎relationships and a combined sample of 24,585 respondents. The findings authenticate the significance of all the relationships among BE antecedents proposed in this study. Moreover, the findings reveal that brand awareness can be linked with brand advocacy via the intervention and mediating role of brand image. Additionally, the outcomes of the study highlight that brand image has a greater overall influence than brand loyalty on brand advocacy.

Examining the Influence of antecedents of decision influencers on buying behavior of green personal care products

Examining the Influence of antecedents of decision influencers on buying behavior of green personal care products

Impact of Aging on Consumer Behavior: A Review and Research Agenda

ABSTRACTThis study conducted a systematic literature review integrating the TCM and ADO frameworks to analyze 46 studies published from 2014 to 2023 on the impact of aging on consumer behavior. The research adhered to Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analyses principles, using data from Scopus, WoS, and ScienceDirect. Results showed an increasing trend in publications focusing primarily on elderly consumers. Analysis revealed that the Theory of Planned Behavior and technology acceptance model are the most frequently used theories, with research concentrated in the United States and China. Common methods included questionnaires, structural equation modeling, and regression analysis. The ADO framework highlighted psychological and individual‐related antecedents as the most discussed. A relationship table categorizing 135 antecedents into five major categories showed a predominantly positive influence of antecedents on decisions and outcomes. Sixty aging‐related antecedents were identified, covering all but product‐related categories. The study identified critical research gaps and proposed future directions, offering insights for policymakers and practitioners to address aging society challenges and align with UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Prosocial Behavior and Workplace Safety: Analysis of the Role of Emotional Intelligence and Perceived Organizational Support in Two UK and US Samples

Prosocial safety behavior (PSB) is a critical element of workforce participation in the promotion of safety in the workplace. This study aims to examine the influence of various antecedents on PSB. Based on an analysis of the existing literature on prosocial behaviors, we investigate whether emotional intelligence (EI) and perceived organizational support (POS) significantly influence PSB. Furthermore, we analyze the mediating role of employees’ intrinsic motivation (IM) and affective commitment (AC) in these relationships. The research was conducted by administering an online questionnaire to a large sample of 488 workers employed in safety-critical industries based in the United States and the United Kingdom with the support of an online platform (N = 346; N = 142). Statistical analyses, conducted using a multi-group approach, revealed that EI had a direct effect on PSB in the two samples analyzed. In the US sample, we found that IM mediated the influence of EI and POS on PSB. In the UK sample, none of the mediation hypotheses were supported. The study provides insights into the individual and organizational factors that promote the development of a prosocial orientation in managing workplace safety issues, revealing the importance of recognizing the role of EI as a significant person-related antecedent supporting PSB. The statistical evidence from the study suggests that organizations that desire to facilitate the expression of PSB in their workforce may consider investing in training programs to enhance the EI of their employees and designing work conditions that facilitate high levels of intrinsic motivation.

Exploring vaccine hesitancy among citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario: a population-based data linkage study

Objective and ApproachUnderstanding vaccine hesitancy among distinct communities is crucial to ensuring equitable uptake of vaccination. The objective was to examine the influence of psychological antecedents of vaccine uptake, known as the “5Cs”, on COVID-19 vaccination among Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO) citizens. The Métis people are one of three Indigenous peoples in Canada. A population-based online survey was implemented by the MNO, including the short version of the “5C” (confidence, complacency, constraint, calculation, collective responsibility) psychological antecedents of vaccination scale. Census sampling achieved a 39% response rate and respondents were linked to the COVID-19 vaccine database (COVAX) in Ontario (n=4,012). Analyses included logistic regression models (adjusted for sociodemographics) and exploratory latent class analyses. ResultsIn logistic regression models, MNO citizens who were less confident that COVID-19 vaccines were safe (OR=0.04; 95% CI=0.03-0.06) and did not agree vaccination was a collective action to prevent the spread of disease (OR=0.11, 95% CI: 0.07-0.17) had lower odds of being vaccinated. MNO citizens who disagreed the risk of COVID-19 was small (OR=14.87, 95% CI: 9.99-22.13) had a higher odds of being vaccinated. Vaccine hesitancy profiles with (i) lower confidence in availability/safety of COVID-19 vaccines, (ii) lower perceptions about severity of COVID-19 and (iii) higher everyday life constraints/stressors were associated with lower vaccination rates (males, OR: 4.69; CI: 3.18–6.92; females, OR: 4.77, CI: 3.03–7.51) in latent class analyses. Conclusions and ImplicationsMétis-specific analyses enabled a community-driven response, resulting in low vaccine hesitancy and high uptake.

Maternal immune activation by toll-like receptor 7 agonist during mid-gestation increases susceptibility to blood-brain barrier leakage after puberty

Maternal immune activation (MIA), a maternal stressor, increases risk for neuropsychiatric diseases, such as Major Depressive Disorder in offspring. MIA of toll-like receptor 7 (TLR7) initiates an immune response in mother and fetuses in a sex-selective manner. The paraventricular nucleus of the hypothalamus (PVN), a brain region that is sexually dimorphic and regulates hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) stress responses, have been tied to stress-related behaviors (i.e., depression, anxiety, social impairments). The current study characterized the sex-selective impact of mid-gestational TLR7 activation on PVN vasculature of adult offspring based on a prior study of excess prenatal glucocorticoid stress. The PVN of offspring were evaluated to determine if fetal MIA impacted vascular leakage in the brains of adult mice with or without restraint stress. Timed-pregnant female mice were administered the TLR7 agonist Resiquimod (RQ) or saline vehicle on embryonic day (E) 12.5. Basal and restraint stress-induced corticosterone was measured to examine changes in stress response. Mice were perfused transcardially with fluorescein isothiocyanate (FITC) to assess blood vessel integrity. Sections with FITC-labeled blood vessels through the PVN of offspring were immunolabeled for Glial Fibrillary Acidic Protein (GFAP; astrocytic end feet) and IBA-1 (microglia). MIA with RQ led to elevated levels of plasma corticosterone 60-minutes after restraint in offspring, suggesting prenatal RQ impairs glucocorticoid negative feedback. Blood-brain barrier integrity was assessed. Adult offspring of RQ injected dams showed greater leakage in the PVN (greater in males than females). GFAP+ colocalization with FITC-labeled vessels was lower in the PVN of offspring from RQ treated dams, potentially contributing to the observed increased FITC leakage. Microglia were examined in relation to the vasculature as an indicator of a neuroimmune response. Data show IBA-1+ cells greater in size and number in the PVN with closer proximity to blood vessels after maternal injection of RQ in a male-selective manner. Microglia were unchanged in females from RQ-treated dams but were smaller in size after restraint. This study provides support for sex-selective influences of fetal immune antecedents for altered brain vascular and blood brain barrier development and adult neuroendocrine function that could indicate a PVN locus for increased susceptibility for adult disorders.

Modelling the influence of antecedents of artificial intelligence on academic productivity in higher education: a mixed method approach

Modelling the influence of antecedents of artificial intelligence on academic productivity in higher education: a mixed method approach

The moderating effect of entrepreneurial motivation on the relationship between entrepreneurial intention and behaviour: An extension of the theory of planned behaviour on emerging economy.

The study investigates the influence of antecedents of the theory of planned behaviour (TPB) and personality traits on entrepreneurial intention and behaviour among engineering students in an emerging economy. It employs the extension of the TPB model by focusing on the intention-behaviour gap, an under-researched area in research. Furthermore, it investigates the moderating effect of entrepreneurial motivation on the relationship between intention and behaviour to improve conceptual model predictability. A structured questionnaire was used to gather data from 1,564 engineering students, and the data were analyzed using structural equation modelling (SEM) with Amos software. The results revealed that subjective norms were the strongest predictor of entrepreneurial intention and behaviour, followed by entrepreneurial alertness, perceived behavioural control, attitude towards entrepreneurship, need for achievement, and risk tolerance. Moreover, the moderation analysis showed that entrepreneurial motivation was crucial in moderating the relationship between intention and behaviour. The present conceptual model contributes to the existing TPB model by improving predictive power to understand the intention-behaviour relationship. The results of the study will assist policymakers, academicians of higher education institutions, and universities in developing policies, strategies, and curricula to engage more students in entrepreneurial activities.

Maternal immune activation with toll-like receptor 7 agonist during mid-gestation alters juvenile and adult developmental milestones and behavior.

Infections during pregnancy are associated with increased risk for adult neuropsychiatric disease, such as major depressive disorder, schizophrenia, and autism spectrum disorder. In mouse models of maternal immune activation (MIA), different toll-like receptors (TLRs) are stimulated to initiate inflammatory responses in mother and fetus. The goal of this study was to determine sex-dependent aspects of MIA using a TLR7/8 agonist, Resiquimod (RQ), on neurodevelopment. RQ was administered to timed-pregnant mice on embryonic day (E) 12.5. At E15, maternal/fetal plasma cytokines were measured by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay (ELISA). Maternal cytokines interleukin (IL)-6 and IL-10 were higher while tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-α and IL-17 were lower in pregnant dams exposed to RQ. Fetal cytokines (E15) were altered at the same timepoint with fetal plasma IL-6 and IL-17 greater after RQ compared to vehicle, while IL-10 and TNF-α were higher in male fetuses but not female. Other timed-pregnant dams were allowed to give birth. MIA with RQ did not alter the female to male ratio of offspring born per litter. Body weights were reduced significantly in both sexes at birth, and over the next 5 weeks. Offspring from RQ-injected mothers opened their eyes 5 days later than controls. Similarly, female offspring from RQ-injected mothers exhibited pubertal delay based on vaginal opening 2-3 days later than control females. On the behavioral side, juvenile and adult male and female MIA offspring exhibited less social-like behavior in a social interaction test. Anhedonia-like behavior was greater in MIA adult female mice. This study provides support for sex-dependent influences of fetal antecedents for altered brain development and behavioral outputs that could be indicative of increased susceptibility for adult disorders through immune mechanisms. Future studies are needed to determine neural cellular and molecular mechanisms for such programming effects.

Selective Timing of Maternal Immune Activation Alters Developmental Milestones, Behavior, and Blood-Brain Barrier Integrity

Background and Hypothesis: Maternal immune activation (MIA) has been associated with increased risk for neuropsychiatric disease. Fetal exposure to maternal infection activates different toll-like receptors (TLRs) to initiate innate inflammatory responses in mother and fetus. The goal of the current study is to determine sex-dependent aspects of MIA during mid-gestation on neurodevelopment. Methods: Timed-pregnant female mice were administered RQ (TLR7 agonist) or vehicle saline on embryonic day (E) 12.5. Maternal and fetal cytokines were measured to ensure infection of pregnant dam (E15). Offspring were assessed postnatally for developmental milestones and behavior. Adult offspring were perfused with fluorescein isothiocyanate (FITC; 100mg/mL) to visualize blood vessel integrity (FITC leakage; Frahm & Tobet, 2015). To determine neural molecular mechanisms for behavioral changes, sections through the paraventricular nucleus of the hypothalamus (PVN) of offspring were immunolabeled for Glial Fibrillary Acidic Protein (GFAP; astrocytic end feet), Desmin (pericytes) and IBA-1 (microglia). Results: Maternal cytokines IL-6 (p<0.05) and IL-10 (p<0.01) were higher while TNFα (p<0.01) and IL-17 were lower 3 days after RQ-exposure. In fetuses (E15), IL-6 (p<0.05) and IL-17 (p<0.0001) were greater, while IL-10 was higher only in males (p<0.001) exposed to maternal infection. RQ-exposed males also had reduced TNFα (p<0.05). Additionally, RQ-exposed offspring had lower body weights at birth and delayed eye openings. Females exposed to maternal RQ exhibited slower onset of puberty with delayed vaginal openings. On the behavioral side, juvenile and adult offspring of RQ injected moms exhibited less social-like behavior (p<0.001 for all groups) with lower hedonic-like behavior selectively in females (p<0.001). RQ-offspring further showed greater leakage in the PVN indicated by more FITC in the extravascular space (males p<0.001, females p<0.01). GFAP + (astrocytic end feet) coverage of FITC-labeled vessels was higher in the PVN selectively in RQ males (p<0.001). Desmin+ (pericyte) coverage was greater in the PVN of RQ males (p<0.01) and females (p<0.001). Finally, there was greater number of IBA-1+ cells in the adult offspring PVN of both sexes (p<0.01) after maternal injection of RQ. Conclusions: This study provides support for sex-dependent influences of fetal antecedents for altered brain development and behavioral outputs that could be indicative of increased susceptibility for adult disorders through immune mechanisms. Future studies will examine how timing of infection during gestation (mid vs. late) changes neurodevelopmental outputs in offspring. Supported by ORWH-NIMH U54 SCORE-MH118919. This is the full abstract presented at the American Physiology Summit 2024 meeting and is only available in HTML format. There are no additional versions or additional content available for this abstract. Physiology was not involved in the peer review process.

Antecedents of Innovative Work Behavior and its Impact on Business Performance

The aim of this study is to investigate the influence of antecedents, such as psychological empowerment and intellectual capital, on various aspects of innovative work behavior, such as idea exploration, generation, championing, and implementation, and to examine the role of each dimension in mediating the impact on business performance. The study is particularly relevant for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) looking to enhance their employees' innovative behavior and optimize their business performance. A quantitative research approach was used, involving the distribution of questionnaires to 254 SMEs in West Sumatra, Indonesia, both directly and through an online survey platform. The analysis was conducted using SEM-PLS to examine the influence and mediating role of the variables. The findings demonstrate that psychological empowerment and intellectual capital have a significant effect on each dimension of innovative work behavior, with psychological empowerment acting as an antecedent and innovative work behavior as a mediator for business performance. This study contributes to the existing literature on psychological empowerment, intellectual capital, innovative work behavior, and business performance and can aid governments in formulating policies to support SMEs in improving their business performance. Keywords— Innovative Work Behavior; Business Performance

ANTECEDENTS OF PATIENT SATISFACTION AND ITS IMPACT ON WORD OF MOUTH: A STUDY ON OUTPATIENTS AT XYZ PRIVATE HOSPITAL IN MAKASSAR CITY

The objective of this research is to determine the influence of antecedents of patient satisfaction in outpatient services on word of mouth. The antecedents of patient satisfaction will be assessed from the factors of people, process, and physical evidence, which are elements of the marketing mix. This is a quantitative study, where the data collection method involves distributing questionnaires to sample respondents within the research population. Four hypothesis pathways were analyzed using PLS-SEM, with primary data collected from outpatient patients at private hospital XYZ in Makassar city in April 2023, with total of 208 respondents. The results show that the factors of people, process, and physical evidence positively influence patient satisfaction and also have a positive impact on word of mouth. This research is expected to contribute to private hospitals in improving their outpatient services, enhancing word of mouth, and also elevating the hospitals’ image.

A meta-analysis of the causal interpretation of enterprise green innovation: A structural theoretical model

The escalating environmental challenges have compelled corporations to embark on green innovation initiatives, establishing this as a pivotal strategy for attaining economic sustainability. Yet, there remains a lack of consensus within the scholarly community regarding the precursors and outcomes of green innovation. This research leverages Giddens' structuration theory and employs meta-analytical methods to elucidate the determinants and effects of corporate green innovation. Initially, the study synthesizes 288 effect sizes from 161 distinct scholarly articles, spanning from 2012 to early 2023, guided by the structuration framework. This comprehensive analysis corroborates the influence of several structuration theory antecedents on green innovation, thereby offering fresh empirical backing for the theory. Subsequently, it scrutinizes the link between green innovation and its impacts, evaluated through economic and environmental performance lenses. Furthermore, the research contrasts the meta-analytical findings across large-scale and smaller enterprises, underscoring notable disparities in the dynamics of green innovation across different organizational contexts. This inquiry not only reaffirms the theoretical constructs of structuration theory, such as spatialization, subjectification, and structuration, but also integrates these notions with quantifiable variable models. The paper posits that structuration theory could underpin a theoretical framework for dissecting the influential variables associated with green innovation, thereby fostering further academic investigation into corporate environmental innovation.

Impact of the Wellness on the Hesitancy on the Omicron Vaccination

The emergence of the Omicron variant has posed significant challenges to the effectiveness of existing vaccines and antibody-based therapies in combating COVID-19. This systematic literature review examines the impact of wellness on vaccine hesitancy related to the Omicron variant. The review explores various factors influencing vaccine hesitancy, including demographic characteristics, health literacy, historical mistrust, and misinformation. The research investigates the role of clear and consistent messaging, trust-building measures, and collaboration among stakeholders in addressing vaccine hesitancy. The findings indicate that a considerable percentage of the population expresses vaccine hesitancy, particularly among younger individuals and females. The review concludes by discussing the implications of parental attitudes towards vaccinating children, the impact of confidence and collective responsibility, and the influence of various antecedents on vaccine hesitancy. The findings provide valuable insights for policymakers, healthcare professionals, and public health authorities to design effective strategies to address vaccine hesitancy and enhance vaccination rates, thus mitigating the impact of the Omicron variant and future variants.

The Mediation Role of Technology Systems in the Relationship Between Education Technology Antecedents on Student Satisfaction

The purpose of this paper is to explore the influence of education technology antecedents and perceptions of usefulness and ease of use of educational technology systems on attitudes towards computer-based teaching in Egyptian universities. The study is built upon on deductive quantitative approach where structured questionnaires were designed and distributed to the students in Egyptian universities. Results based on SEM analysis identify that the technology dimension partially affects the design dimension, as well there is a partially significant association between the technology dimension and attitude towards technology-based teaching. While the design dimension does not have a significant association with attitude towards technology-based teaching, attitude towards technology-based teaching does not have a significant relationship with student satisfaction. Furthermore, there is a partially significant association between course dimensions and student satisfaction.

A Meta-Analysis of the Antecedents and Consequences of Advertising Value

Advertising value is a concept representing the overall usefulness and worth of advertising to consumers. While the concept is valuable in assessing consumers’ appreciation of advertising, the findings regarding its antecedents and consequences have been inconclusive in past research. To help understand the potential role of advertising value in the assessment of advertising effects, the current study constructs an advertising value framework and adopts a meta-analytic approach to assess its antecedents’ predictive power, verify its potential mediating role on consequences, and elaborate on the moderating roles of advertising type and national culture. By reviewing and analyzing 98 papers with 107 studies (N = 44,706), this meta-analytic study found that credibility, entertainment, and informativeness were the top three influential antecedents of advertising value, which were followed by irritation and relevance. Moreover, the correlation patterns of the advertising value framework were different across advertising types and Hofstede’s culture dimensions. Our findings clarify the antecedents and consequences of advertising value, emphasize the significance of incorporating advertising value to assess advertising effects, and explain the current research discrepancies, which contribute to theoretical advancements of advertising value and provide practical guidelines for advertisers in advertising design.

COVID-19 vaccination intention and vaccine hesitancy among citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario

ObjectiveThe study objective is to measure the influence of psychological antecedents of vaccination on COVID-19 vaccine intention among citizens of the Métis Nation of Ontario (MNO).MethodsA population-based online survey was implemented by the MNO when COVID-19 vaccines were approved in Canada. Questions included vaccine intention, the short version of the “5C” psychological antecedents of vaccination scale (confidence, complacency, constraint, calculation, collective responsibility), and socio-demographics. Census sampling via the MNO Registry was used achieving a 39% response rate. Descriptive statistics, bivariate analyses, and multinomial logistic regression models (adjusted for sociodemographic variables) were used to analyze the survey data.ResultsThe majority of MNO citizens (70.2%) planned to be vaccinated. As compared with vaccine-hesitant individuals, respondents with vaccine intention were more confident in the safety of COVID-19 vaccines, believed that COVID-19 is severe, were willing to protect others from getting COVID-19, and would research the vaccines (Confident OR = 19.4, 95% CI 15.5–24.2; Complacency OR = 6.21, 95% CI 5.38–7.18; Collective responsibility OR = 9.83, 95% CI 8.24–11.72; Calculation OR = 1.43, 95% CI 1.28–1.59). Finally, respondents with vaccine intention were less likely to let everyday stress prevent them from getting COVID-19 vaccines (OR = 0.47, 95% CI 0.42–0.53) compared to vaccine-hesitant individuals.ConclusionThis research contributes to the knowledge base for Métis health and supported the MNO’s information sharing and educational activities during the COVID-19 vaccines rollout. Future research will examine the relationship between the 5Cs and actual uptake of COVID-19 vaccines among MNO citizens.

The moderating effect of entrepreneurial motivation on the relationship between entrepreneurial intention and behaviour: An extension of the theory of planned behaviour on emerging economy

Background: The study investigates the influence of antecedents of the theory of planned behaviour (TPB) and personality traits on entrepreneurial intention and behaviour among engineering students in an emerging economy. It employs the extension of the TPB model by focusing on the intention-behaviour gap, an under-researched area in research. Furthermore, it investigates the moderating effect of entrepreneurial motivation on the relationship between intention and behaviour to improve conceptual model predictability. Methods: A structured questionnaire was used to gather data from 1,564 engineering students, and the data were analyzed using structural equation modelling (SEM) with Amos software. Results: The results revealed that subjective norms were the strongest predictor of entrepreneurial intention and behaviour, followed by entrepreneurial alertness, perceived behavioural control, attitude towards entrepreneurship, need for achievement, and risk tolerance. Moreover, the moderation analysis showed that entrepreneurial motivation was crucial in moderating the relationship between intention and behaviour. Conclusions: The present conceptual model contributes to the existing TPB model by improving predictive power to understand the intention-behaviour relationship. The results of the study will assist policymakers, academicians of higher education institutions, and universities in developing policies, strategies, and curricula to engage more students in entrepreneurial activities.

The Effect of Flow Factor on Brand Attitude and Purchase Intention in Mobile Legend: Bang-Bang

Purpose: This research aims to analyze the influence of flow antecedents, which can elicit brand attitudes and purchase intentions.
 
 Method: By design, this research is included in causal research, which aims to examine causal relationships between variables. The scale used is an interval of 7 points. The target population is active mobile legends: Bang-bang players who play at least two games daily. The player must have purchased at least two items in the last six months and be 17 years old. Purchase decisions must be made with the player's considerations. The number of samples collected was 300 respondents. The sampling technique used is non-probability sampling with a purposive sampling method. The analysis technique used is structural equation modeling with two stages. The analysis technique used is structural equation modeling with two stages. Hypothesis testing uses a t-test with an alpha of 10%.
 
 Result: Only skills that do not contribute to the formation of flow. This result is in line with previous research, so the role of skill as an antecedent needs to be studied further. Flow has been shown to shape brand attitudes and purchase intentions.