Vol. 3 No. 2 (2023): Turistika
Articles

The relationship between workplace spirituality- employees’ workplace commitment and job satisfaction: A case study in Kayseri Organized Industrial Zone, Turkey

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  • Topal Ramazan
Topal Ramazan
Alfred University, Collage of Business

Published 30.09.2023

Keywords

  • Workplace Spirituality,
  • Workplace Commitment,
  • Job Satisfaction
  • İşyeri Maneviyatı,
  • İşyeri Bağlılığı,
  • İş Doyumu

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The relationship between workplace spirituality- employees’ workplace commitment and job satisfaction: A case study in Kayseri Organized Industrial Zone, Turkey. (2023). Elegest Elegeş, 3(2), 1-8. https://doi.org/10.64360/c8bg7w85

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How to Cite

The relationship between workplace spirituality- employees’ workplace commitment and job satisfaction: A case study in Kayseri Organized Industrial Zone, Turkey. (2023). Elegest Elegeş, 3(2), 1-8. https://doi.org/10.64360/c8bg7w85

Abstract

Workplace spirituality has gained increasing attention as a significant factor influencing employees' workplace commitment and job satisfaction. This abstract explores the intricate connection between workplace spirituality, employees' commitment to their organization, and overall job satisfaction. Workplace spirituality refers to integrating spiritual principles and values into the work environment, focusing on employees' holistic well-being and personal growth. By conducting a comprehensive literature review, this abstract highlights the importance of fostering a spiritually oriented workplace to enhance employee well-being and contribute to organizational success. The findings suggest that organizations embracing workplace spirituality witness higher levels of employee commitment and job satisfaction, leading to improved retention rates and overall performance. Furthermore, the abstract discusses the role of leadership in promoting workplace spirituality and offers practical strategies for its effective implementation in modern work settings. Emphasizing the positive outcomes associated with workplace spirituality, this abstract calls for organizations to recognize its potential and consider its incorporation a vital element of their organizational culture and practices.

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