Perceived social support from supervisor and group members' psychological and situational characteristics as predictors of subordinate performance in Thai work units

Abstract The main purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between three dimensions of perceived social support from supervisor (PSSS) (emotional, informational, and material) and subordinate performance (self‐report and supervisory rating). The second purpose was to study the effects of psychological and situational factors on subordinate performance. Usable data of 355 matched supervisor‐subordinate pairs working in health centers in Thailand were analyzed. Results revealed that female subordinates receiving all three types of support received higher performance ratings from their supervisors than did their male counterparts. Perceived organizational support, self‐efficacy, and location of workplace were also associated with subordinate performance. Discussion, recommendations for future research, implications for HRD in Thailand, and limitations are presented.