Relationship between protégés’ self-concordance and life purpose: The moderating role of mentor feedback environment

Abstract

Aim: To deepen our research on how to develop a more positive life purpose, this study investigates the role of protégés’ self-concordance and mentor feedback environment in shaping protégés’ life purpose. Method: This study was a cross-sectional study using a sample of nurses. 700 valid questionnaires were collected. Jamovi and Process Macro were used for analysis. Results: The positive association between self-concordance and protégés’ life purpose is stronger when mentor feedback environment is high than when mentor feedback environment is low. Conclusion: Protégés’ life purpose can be enhanced by self-concordance, especially for protégés who work in supportive mentor feedback environment. Implications for nursing management: It is important to build a supportive mentor feedback environment. Further, protégés should promote the transformation of extrinsic motivation to intrinsic motivation.