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- Sreenu Telu
- Rama Krishna Gupta Potnuru
Abstract
Purpose - In today’s competitive environment, understanding employee well-being and work engagement (WE) is crucial. This study explores the relationship between values, well-being and WE within positive organizational behavior (POB). The research aims to provide insights for promoting employee well-being and enhancing WE. Design/methodology/approach - Using a cross-sectional approach, three hundred and seventy-two teachers from higher education institutes in India participated by completing questionnaires. Covariance-based structural equation modeling (CB-SEM) was employed to examine the mediation effect. Findings - Human values i.e. benevolence (BE) and universalism (UN) significantly impacted teachers' WE. These relationships were mediated by positive emotions (PE), negative emotions (NE) and satisfaction with life (SWL). Interestingly, UN exhibited a positive relationship with PE and SWL and a negative relationship with NE. These findings contradict existing theories and may be attributed to India’s cultural aspects, particularly the concept of karma orientation. Research limitations/implications - The quantitative results obtained through CB-SEM could be complemented by future qualitative studies. Employing longitudinal research might yield different results. Generalizing the findings to other populations requires caution. Practical implications - Institutions should prioritize human values in teacher recruitment and development to improve engagement. Promoting PE, managing NE and enhancing SWL can boost WE. Future research should explore mediation with other variables and use longitudinal studies to understand cultural impact and intervention strategies. Originality/value - The study contributes to knowledge on WE within positive organizational behavior by examining BE and UN. Additionally, exploring the mediating effect of PE, NE and SWL adds further value.
Suggested Citation
Sreenu Telu & Rama Krishna Gupta Potnuru, 2024.
"Work engagement among higher education teachers: exploring the influence of human values and subjective well-being,"
International Journal of Productivity and Performance Management, Emerald Group Publishing Limited, vol. 73(8), pages 2629-2649, February.
Handle:
RePEc:eme:ijppmp:ijppm-07-2023-0385
DOI: 10.1108/IJPPM-07-2023-0385
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