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Work, Industrial & Organizational Psychology

Examining the impact of Islamic work ethics on employee voice behavior: mediating effect of felt obligation for constructive change and moderating role of sanctification of work

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Article: 2348860 | Received 10 Oct 2023, Accepted 24 Apr 2024, Published online: 13 May 2024

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