Job Satisfaction and Individual Happiness among Employees: An Emperical Evidence at Public Higher Education Institution

Sakarji, Siti Rosnita; Thani, Ayu Kamareenna Abdullah; Min, Nik Mohd Faris Nik; Ishak, Muhammad Ammar Haidar

doi:10.6007/ijarbss/v12-i6/12877

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“…Al-Ali et al (2018) investigated the effect of optimistic mood, social relationships and negative mood as parts of the job happiness factor on job performance. They highlighted a positive relationship between job happiness and job performance (Sakarj et al, 2022). Affi et al (2022) investigated the impact of leadership style, job satisfaction and work environment on employee motivation and performance in the Islamic banking sector of Indonesia.…”

Section: Reason(s) For Investigating Career Happinessmentioning

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Factors determinant of career happiness in Oman banking sector

Awashreh,

Omri

2024

SA Journal of Human Resource Management

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Although, the effect of career happiness on employee performance has been widely explored in various industries, limited studies however, have focussed on the banking sector (Mishra et al., 2020;Singh & Banerji, 2022;Yousuf & Saqib, 2021). This sector is particularly important as it plays a vital role in the economies of every country. About 20 banks are operating in Oman. The banking system in Oman can be divided into two particular sectors. The first sector is the local commercial sector, under which most of the banks in Oman fall. The second sector is the foreign bank sector, where branches of different foreign banks have opened offices in Oman Central Bank of Oman, 2023).Oman's economy heavily relies on oil and gas (Al-Sarihi & Cherni, 2022), with approximately 78% of the revenue coming from this sector (The International Trade Administration, 2023). To reduce Orientation: The concept of happiness at work has attracted increasing interest, and research shows that employee performance does not only depend on skills and abilities. Job satisfaction or career happiness also plays an important role. When employees are satisfied with their careers, they are more likely to be motivated, engaged and committed to their work, which leads to better performance. Research purpose:To investigate the factors that determine the career happiness of employees who are working in the banking sector in Oman, and identify the factors that influence career happiness.Motivation for the study: Career happiness in Oman's banking sector is a crucial and new topic. This study aims to identify causes and improve performance for researchers and practitioners. Research approach/design and method:The study relies on quantitative methods, using a survey gathered electronically from 144 respondents from different banks operating in Oman. The survey has eight major aspects with questions for each aspect. Data are analysed using various statistical methods, including descriptive analysis, independent sample tests, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and multiple comparisons. Main findings:The study found that line manager and colleagues are the top factors influencing career happiness, followed by working days, work environment, job security and financial incentives. No differences were found on gender or educational level.Practical/managerial implications: This research explores factors influencing career happiness in the banking sector, providing insights for managers to create a positive work environment, boosting employee performance and contributing to the growth and success of the Oman banking sector. Contribution/Value-add:This study provides specific determinant factors affecting the career happiness of employees working in banking sectors in Oman. Both human resources researchers and practitioners could benefit from the research findings.

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Section: Reason(s) For Investigating Career Happinessmentioning

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Factors determinant of career happiness in Oman banking sector

Awashreh,

Omri

2024

SA Journal of Human Resource Management

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“…This recognition of the value of employees can enhance their self-esteem and confidence, positively impacting individual happiness. Several scholars have shown through research that there is a positive correlation between salary and happiness, as well as life satisfaction (Sakarji et al, 2022b;Mureșan et al, 2021;Wijaya & Rezeki, 2020b).…”

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Exploring the Path to Employee Happiness: A Review of Employee Well-being Research

Chenshu,

Arshad,

Wenyan

et al. 2024

IJARBSS

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As the global economy continues to develop and competition intensifies, the importance of employee happiness is increasingly recognized. Employee well-being not only relates to individuals' physical and mental health and quality of life but also directly impacts organizations . Therefore, understanding and enhancing employee happiness have become important topics in organizational management and human resource management. In traditional organizational theory, employee job satisfaction is typically regarded as an evaluation of employees' perceptions of their job content, work environment, and working conditions. However, with increasing emphasis on employee psychological wellbeing and life satisfaction, researchers have begun to expand job satisfaction to encompass employees' overall happiness and well-being indices. This shift reflects a trend in organizational management away from the mere pursuit of productivity and economic efficiency towards a focus on holistic employee development and happiness. The purpose of this study is to systematically review and analyze research on employee happiness, including its concepts, influencing factors, and consequences. By delving into existing research findings, a better understanding of the mechanisms of employee happiness formation and the pathways of influence can be achieved, thereby providing theoretical guidance and practical recommendations for organizational and human resource management. This study aims to enhance the understanding of employee happiness, employing a literature review approach. Key findings include the multidimensional influencing factors of employee happiness and its associations with organizational performance and turnover intentions. Future research could explore employee happiness from various perspectives, including individual, team, and cultural differences, interdisciplinary approaches, and the application of emerging technologies. Such research endeavours will contribute to a more comprehensive understanding of the nature of employee happiness, thereby providing more effective guidance and support for organizational and human resource management.

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