Optimism as A Determinant of Adversity Quotient Among Construction Consultants in South Kalimantan
Keywords:
dispositional optimism, adversity quotient, project-based work, PLS-SEM
Abstract
This study aims to examine optimism as a determinant of the adversity quotient among construction consultants in South Kalimantan. The study employed a quantitative approach involving 247 construction consultants. Data were collected using the Adversity Response Profile® and the Life Orientation Test-Revised (LOT-R), and then analyzed using Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM). The results indicate that optimism is a positive and significant determinant of the adversity quotient (p < 0.001), with a path coefficient of 0.793 and an R² value of 0.630. Optimism also shows a positive and significant relationship with the dimensions of Control, Ownership, Reach, and Endurance. These findings suggest that optimism plays a role in construction consultants’ ability to cope with various difficulties in their work.
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Published
2026-10-01
How to Cite
Havilda Humaira Wardhini, & Kusmaryani , R. E. (2026). Optimism as A Determinant of Adversity Quotient Among Construction Consultants in South Kalimantan. International Journal of Education, Vocational and Social Science , 5(04), 2223-2233. https://doi.org/10.63922/ijevss.v5i04.6728
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