Thriving or surviving at work: how workplace learning opportunities and subjective career success are connected with job satisfaction and turnover intention?

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Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to better understand factors related to turnover intention (TI) and job satisfaction (JS) in the information technology and engineering sectors. Specifically, this study investigates the role of workplace learning opportunities (WLO) afforded by the environment and individual’s subjective career success (SCS). The connections between learning opportunities and career success are examined, as well as their connections to JS and TI. Design/methodology/approach: The current research was based on self-report questionnaire data (N = 153). The questionnaire included existing instruments measuring WLO, SCS, JS and TI. The analyses of the data included Pearson product-moment correlations, path analysis (based on multiple regression) and analysis of relative importance (dominance analysis). Findings: Results indicated that higher access to resources that support learning, more opportunities for professional growth and satisfactory career decisions made by employees were connected to lower TI. The processes of well-being and learning are strongly intertwined and mutually reinforce each other, reducing the willingness to change a job in the near future. Originality/value: This study adds to the previous research by providing more detailed knowledge on the connections between the various dimensions of WLO and SCS. The findings of the present study can offer insights for developing work environments where employees wish to remain, learn and are satisfied with their job and careers, thus ultimately supporting their well-being.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)88-109
JournalJournal of Workplace Learning
Volume34
Issue number1
Early online date3 Aug 2021
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 10 Jan 2022
Publication typeA1 Journal article-refereed

Keywords

  • Job satisfaction
  • Subjective career success
  • Turnover intention
  • Workplace learning opportunities

Publication forum classification

  • Publication forum level 1

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Social Psychology
  • Development
  • Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management

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