Abstract:

Objective: This study aims to investigate the relationship between Institutional blindness and job performance of academicians in the field of sport sciences. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted using a sample group consisting of sport sciences academicians employed in both state and foundation universities. The data were gathered through quantitative research techniques employing the descriptive survey model. 'Individual Job Performance Scale' and 'Institutional Blindness Scale' were used for the research. In data analysis, internal consistency coefficients were calculated and independent sample t-test and one-way analysis of variance were used as hypothesis tests. Findings: There is no significant difference between institutional blindness and job performance scale sub-dimensions and gender, university type, administrative position, academic unit and academic title. However, there is a negative relationship between individual job performance and Institutional blindness. Conclusion: The study suggests that Institutional blindness can have a detrimental effect on individual job performance and affect attitudes toward work, knowledge sharing, and Institutional creativity. Recognizing and addressing Institutional blindness is important to promote Institutional success.

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