Testing the Moderating Effect of Organizational Sanctity on the Relationship Between Structural Leadership and Chronic Procrastination

Analytical Study at Al-Sadr Teaching Hospital in Najaf Al-Ashraf Governorate

Abstract

This study aimed to explore the relationship between structural leadership and chronic workplace procrastination, with a focus on organizational sanctity as a moderating variable, within the practical context of Al-Sadr Educational Hospital. It sought to address a research gap related to the scarcity of studies that have integrated these variables in the health sector in general, and particularly in the Iraqi health sector. A questionnaire was designed to collect data from nurses using a simple random sampling method, distributing 300 questionnaires, of which 262 valid responses were retrieved, representing a response rate of 87.3%. Data analysis was conducted using SPSS V.24 and SmartPLS V.4 software. The results revealed a statistically significant negative effect between both structural leadership and organizational sanctity on one side, and chronic procrastination on the other. Moreover, the findings supported the role of organizational sanctity as a moderating variable in the relationship between structural leadership and chronic procrastination. These results highlight the importance of examining the interplay among these variables in improving the work environment, reducing negative job behaviors, and enhancing organizational efficiency and effectiveness.