Associative Nature of Employee Satisfaction within the Market and Social Research Industries in Gauteng Province

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kingstone Mutsonziwa ◽  
Philip Serumaga-Zake
Keyword(s):  
Leadership Style ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Employee Satisfaction ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Social Research ◽  
Labour Productivity ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Gauteng Province ◽  
Mixed Approach

The purpose of this study was to identify the attributes that affect employee satisfaction in the Market and Social Research Industries in Gauteng Province, South Africa. In order to address the overall objective of this study, the researchers used a two-tiered (mixed) approach in which both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies were used to complement and enrich the results. Stratified random sampling and systematic random sampling were used to select a sample of 261 full-time employees for the quantitative phase of the study. The Multi-factor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ) was adapted to collect the data using a face-to-face data collection method. The study found that a statistically significant association exists between employee satisfaction and leadership style within the Market and Social Research Industries in Gauteng Province. As expected, leadership and management within the Market and Social Research Industries in Gauteng Province should ensure that they are accommodative to their subordinates. More importantly, issues of a good working environment, remuneration, career growth and recognition should be addressed in order to increase employee satisfaction, reduce staff turnover and attempt to optimize labour productivity.

Ascertaining the Role of Leadership on Employee Satisfaction in Market and Social Research Industries in Gauteng Province of South Africa Using Qualitative Research

2015 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kingstone Mutsonziwa ◽  
Philip Serumaga-Zake
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Employee Satisfaction ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Social Research ◽  
Labour Productivity ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Gauteng Province ◽  
Career Growth ◽  
Quantitative Results ◽  
Mixed Approach

This paper is based on the study a Doctor of Business Leadership (DBL) thesis titled A Statistical Model for Employee Satisfaction in the Market and Social Research Industries in Gauteng Province. The purpose of this study was to identify the attributes that affect employee satisfaction in the Market and Social Research Industries in Gauteng Province, South Africa. In order to address the overall objective of this study, the researcher used a two-tiered (mixed) approach in which both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies were used to complement and enrich the results. This paper is only based on the qualitative component of the study on leadership aspects based on six leaders (two from Social research and four from Market research) that were interviewed. The leaders were selected based on their knowledge of the industry and the expertise they have. Participation in the survey was voluntary. This paper illustrates the power of the qualitative techniques to uncover or unmask the leadership aspects in the Market and Social Research Industries and also gives the human touch to the quantitative results. It was found that leadership and management within the Market and Social Research Industries in Gauteng Province must ensure that they are accommodative in terms of mentoring their subordinates. The industry is driven by quality driven processes and strong leadership. More importantly, issues of a good working environment, remuneration, career growth, and recognition must always be addressed in order to increase employee satisfaction, reduce staff turnover, and attempt to optimize labour productivity. The qualitative findings also help a deeper understanding of leadership within the industry.

Explaining and Understanding Employee Satisfaction and Leadership within The Market and Social Research Industries in Gauteng Province Using Path and Strategic Impact Analyses

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Kingstone Mutsonziwa
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Path Analysis ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Employee Satisfaction ◽  
Social Research ◽  
Gauteng Province ◽  
Business Leadership ◽  
Face To Face ◽  
Leadership Attributes ◽  
Strategic Impact

This paper is based on the data used for the completion of Doctor of Business Leadership degree submitted at University of South Africa. The purpose of this paper is to identify how demographic information and factors derived from factor analysis affect employee satisfaction in the Market and Social Research Industries in Gauteng Province, South Africa. The data were collected face-to-face from ordinary employees using a quantitative questionnaire. An overall Cronbach alpha of 0.982 showed that the questionnaire used in the study was statistical reliable. Path analysis is used in this paper. It helps to understand the effect of indirect effects on employee satisfaction within the Market and Social Research industries in Gauteng. Further, the path analysis showed that overall leadership style of the leader affects employee satisfaction directly while overall leadership style was strongly driven by leaders motivator attributes. On the other hand, de-motivator leadership attributes tend to negatively affect overall leadership style of the leader. Day-to-day working conditions and co-worker attributes (all derived from employee/job related attributes) directly drove overall employee satisfaction of the respondents.

Labour productivity motivation framework for Iskandar Malaysia

2018 ◽  
Vol 8 (3) ◽  
pp. 293-304 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chukwuka Christian Ohueri ◽  
Wallace Imoudu Enegbuma ◽  
Ngie Hing Wong ◽  
Kuok King Kuok ◽  
Russell Kenley
Keyword(s):  
Financial Incentives ◽  
Construction Projects ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Labour Productivity ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Continuous Training ◽  
Content Type ◽  
Importance Index ◽  
Major Factors

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to develop a motivation framework that will enhance labour productivity for Iskandar Malaysia (IM) construction projects. The vision of IM development corridor is to become Southern Peninsular Malaysia’s most developed region by the year 2025. IM cannot realise this foresight without effective labour productivity. Previous studies have reported that the labour productivity of IM construction projects was six times lower than the labour productivity of Singapore construction projects, due to lack of motivation among IM labourers, and a shortage of local skilled labour. Therefore, there is a need to study how to motivate IM construction labourers, so as to increase their productivity. Design/methodology/approach A quantitative research method was used to collect data from IM construction skilled labourers and construction professionals, using two sets of questionnaire. The respondents were selected using a purposive sampling technique. In total, 40 skilled labourers and 50 construction professionals responded to the questionnaire survey, and the data were analysed using Statistical Package for Social Science software (version 22). Findings The analysis revealed the major factors that motivate labourers participating in IM construction projects. The factors were ranked hierarchically using Relative Importance Index (RII) and the outcome of the ranking indicated that effective management, viable construction practices, financial incentives, continuous training and development, and safe working environment were the most significant motivation strategies that positively influence IM construction labourers. Originality/value The study developed and validated a framework that can be used to boost the morale of IM construction labourers, so that their productivity can be increased. Implementation of the established motivation framework will also lead to career progression of IM construction labourers, based on the training elements in the framework. This career prospect will attract local skilled labourers to participate in IM construction projects.

scholarly journals O znaczeniu badań ilościowo-jakościowych w edukacji. Próba łączenia wody z ogniem…

2017 ◽  
pp. 93-104
Author(s):  
Sławomir Trusz
Keyword(s):  
Qualitative Research ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Social Research ◽  
Quantitative And Qualitative Research ◽  
Theoretical Assumptions ◽  
Comprehensive Picture ◽  
Research In Education ◽  
Research Orientations ◽  
Mixed Approach ◽  
The One

Trusz Sławomir, O znaczeniu badań ilościowo-jakościowych w edukacji1. Próba łączenia wody z ogniem… [The Meaning of Mixed Quantitative and Qualitative Research in Education. An Attempt to Combine Fire and Water]. Studia Edukacyjne nr 44, 2017, Poznań 2017, pp. 93-104. Adam Mickiewicz University Press. ISSN 1233-6688. DOI: 10.14746/se.2017.44.6 Social research, including educational studies, could be conducted in accordance with ontological and epistemological assumptions of quantitative vs. qualitative research orientations. When such a distinction is present, the same phenomena are analyzed and presented in a significantly different and often mutually excluding way. Is such an approach justified? It seems it is not. Based on the precedence of a research subject over the method, it could be said that a more comprehensive picture of the phenomena analyzed emerges when researchers make use of methods accepted in both quantitative and qualitative research orientations. The article presents theoretical assumptions and interesting practical solutions of a mixed approach (a mixed methodology) in social research. On the one hand, solutions and methods recommended for the quantitative research can be useful for studies conducted in accordance with the assumptions of qualitative orientation, and on the other hand, solutions and methods recommended for the qualitative research may be useful for the studies conducted in accordance with the assumptions of quantitative orientation. Both approaches have been illustrated by particular examples of research practices.

scholarly journals PENGARUH DISIPLIN DAN LINGKUNGAN KERJA TERHADAP KINERJA KARYAWAN (Studi pada PT. Tanjung Selatan Makmur Jaya Kalimantan Selatan)

2018 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Herlina Lusiana ◽  
Firdaus Firdaus
Keyword(s):  
Work Environment ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Data Retrieval ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Retrieval Method ◽  
Analysis Techniques ◽  
Environment Performance ◽  
Program Version

This research aims to: (1) tested the influence of the discipline of work partially on performance of employees; (2) to test the influence of partially working environment on performance of employees; (3) test the influence of the discipline of work and work environment on performance of employees simultaneously.This research was conducted on the PT Tanjung Selatan Makmur Jaya South Kalimantan. There are 71 respondents that have been selected as the sample slovin formula and using the technique of random sampling. Research method using the methods of survey and the type of quantitative research. While the nature of this research including research eksplanatory. Data retrieval method using questionnaires, while data analysis techniques using multiple linear regression and hypothesis testing using IBM SPSS program Version 24.The results showed that the discipline of work (X1) has a partial influence on performance of employees at PT Tanjung Selatan Makmur Jaya South Kalimantan, the working environment (X2) has a partial influence on performance of employees on PT Tanjung Selatan Makmur Jaya South Kalimantan, and discipline work (X1) and the work environment (X2) features simultaneously influence on performance of employees at PT Tanjung Selatan Makmur Jaya South Kalimantan. From the results of the determination coefficient (R2) of 73% change in the performance of the employees of PT Tanjung Selatan Makmur Jaya South Kalimantan affected by variable discipline of work and work environment. While the rest of IE 27% affected other factors. Keywords: discipline work, the work environment, performance.

scholarly journals PENGARUH GAYA KEPEMIMPINAN DAN LINGKUNGAN KERJA TERHADAP DISIPLIN KERJA PEGAWAI KECAMATAN KANOR , KABUPATEN BOJONEGORO

2019 ◽  
Vol 2 (2) ◽  
pp. 37
Author(s):  
Bayu Sentosa
Keyword(s):  
Work Environment ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
District Leadership ◽  
Moderate Level ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Office Staff ◽  
District Office ◽  
Positive Effect

This research is motivated by the lack of optimal work discipline of Kanor District Office staff in Bojonegoro Regency. The purpose of this study was to describe (1) the influence of the sub-district leadership style in the Kanor District Office in Bojonegoro district, (2), and the work environment towards the work discipline of the Kanor District Office staff in Bojonegoro, (3) the influence of leadership style and work environment on work discipline employees in the employee work environment in Kanor district, Bojonegoro district. The method used in this study is quantitative with the type of Explanatory Research. The population in this study amounted to 20 employees. A sample of 20 employees was determined using Simple Random Sampling. Data was collected through questionnaires, interviews and documentation. The results of the study show (1) the work discipline of the Kanor District of Bojonegoro Regency is at a moderate level or the quality is quite good. (2) Leadership style has a positive effect on employee work discipline at Kanor District Office in Bojonegoro Regency (3) The working environment is very influential on the work discipline of Kanor District Office staff in Bojonegoro Regency

scholarly journals Determinants of Job Satisfaction and Its Implications for the Lecturers Performance

2021 ◽  
Vol 9 (2) ◽  
pp. 163-178
Author(s):  
Subarto Subarto ◽  
Dede Solihin ◽  
Derita Qurbani
Keyword(s):  
Job Satisfaction ◽  
Statistical Analysis ◽  
Organizational Climate ◽  
Least Squares ◽  
Work Environment ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Research Method ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Positive Effects

The purpose of this research is to examine the positive effects of leadership style, work environment, and organizational climate on lecturer performance through Pamulang University’s job satisfaction. Researchers used the quantitative research method in this study. The data was collected by using questionnaires distributed through surveys. Proportional random sampling was used, earning 135 samples, and partial least squares (PLS) were used for statistical analysis. The results show that leadership style, work environment, and organizational climate have an impact on job satisfaction. Job satisfaction affects the performance of lecturers. Leadership style, work environment, and organizational atmosphere will also affect the performance of lecturers. Job satisfaction can mediate the influence of leadership style, work environment, and organizational climate on lecturer performance. This research is expected to be a recommendation for Pamulang University on how to improve lecturer performance which can be tried by improving leadership style, work environment, organizational climate, and job satisfaction.  

Organizational Commitment and Leadership in Higher Education Institutions

2014 ◽  
Vol 5 (9) ◽  
pp. 7 ◽  
Author(s):  
Nohora Bohórquez Bohórquez
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Commitment ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Leadership In Higher Education ◽  
Multifactor Leadership ◽  
National University ◽  
Part Time ◽  
The Relationship

The proposed research aims to determine the relationship between dean´sleadership and organizational commitment among faculty at universities in Colombia. A quantitative research design will guide the study to determine therelationship among leadership style of deans and organizational commitment. The multifactor leadership questionnaire (MLQ) developed by Bass in 1985 andthe organizational commitment questionnaire (OCQ) developed by Meyer andAllen in 1999 will be the instruments administered to collect the data and toexplain the relationship among the proposed variables. The study sample includes part-time and full-time faculty of the National University of Colombia, Sergio Arboleda University and CESA University located in the city of Bogotá,Colombia.

scholarly journals Hubungan Gaya Kepemimpinan dan Lingkungan Kerja Dengan Motivasi Kerja Anggota Satuan Brigade Mobile Kepolisian Daerah Sumatera Utara

2019 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 78-86
Author(s):  
Siti Mayasari Hasibuan ◽  
M. Rajab Lubis ◽  
Suryani Hardjo
Keyword(s):  
Work Environment ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Work Motivation ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Working Environment ◽  
Significance Level ◽  
Spearman Rank ◽  
Relationship Of ◽  
The Relationship

This study aims to determine the relationship between leadership style and work environment with work motivation. The research was conducted at BRIMOB POLDA SUMUT. The number of respondents in this study was 106 members of BRIMOB POLDA SUMUT  with sampling technique random sampling. Based on spearman rank data analysis, there is a significant level between leadership style (X1) with work motivation (Y) with significant value 0.000 0,05, that was to prove that there was a partial relationship of leadership style with work motivation. While the working environment relation (X2) with work motivation (Y) with significant value 0,000 0,05. It proves that there was a partial relationship work environment with work motivation. While the significance level of leadership style (X1) and work environment (X2) with work motivation (Y) with significant value 0,000 0,05 were related simultaneously, the hypothesis in this research was accepted. The correlation of leadership style relation and work environment with work motivation of BRIMOB members was 49.7% .

scholarly journals PENGARUH GAYA KEPEMIMPINAN TERHADAP BUDAYA ORGANISASI DI POLITEKNIK LP3I JAKARTA KAMPUS JAKARTA UTARA

2018 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 56
Author(s):  
Iis Kartini ◽  
Agung Edi Rustanto
Keyword(s):  
Organizational Culture ◽  
Research Methods ◽  
Leadership Style ◽  
Random Sampling ◽  
Quantitative Research ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Simple Random Sampling ◽  
Quantitative Research Methods ◽  
Leadership Culture ◽  
Simple Regression

<p align="center"><strong><em>ABSTRACT</em></strong></p><p> </p><p><em>This study entitled "The Effect of Leadership Style of Organizational Culture  In LP3I Polytechnic Campus Jakarta North Jakarta". The purpose of this study was to determine the influence of leadership style on organizational culture at Polytechnic LP3I Jakarta, North Jakarta Campus and determined the dominant leadership style indicators affect the organizational Culture at Polytechnic LP3I North Jakarta Campus conducted in this experiment, namely descriptive quantitative research methods</em></p><p><em>The population of this research is all employees of Polytechnic LP3I North Jakarta Campus that counted of 33 empolyees and sampling technique used is by simple random sampling which resulted in a sample of 33 employees.</em></p><p><em>The instrument used in this study was a questionnaire and analysis of the data used is simple regression. The results of this research that there is a positive and significant effect of leadership style on organizational culture amounted to 3.50%. There is a positive correlation between leadership style to organizational culture.</em></p><p><em> </em></p><strong><em>Keywords:</em></strong><em> </em><em>Leadership, Culture, Organization, Employees</em>

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