Unleashing Job Satisfaction: The Crucial Role of Participative Decision-Making and Trust
Author : Dr. Shanmugam
Abstract :
Job satisfaction is a critical factor in employee well-being and organizational success. This abstract explores the role of participative decisions and feeling trusted in increasing job satisfaction. Participative decision-making involves involving employees in setting objectives, improving departmental processes, and the choice of co-workers. Additionally, feeling trusted refers to employees' perception of trust from their managers. Research suggests that these factors positively impact job satisfaction. By fostering a culture of participative decisions and building trust within the organization, employers can enhance employee satisfaction, engagement, and overall organizational performance. This abstract provides valuable insights for organizations seeking to improve job satisfaction and create a positive work environment.
In recent years, a new management style and paradigm have emerged, aiming to enhance employee motivation, commitment, and satisfaction through participatory management practices and democratic organizational structures. This study investigates the impact of participative decision-making on job satisfaction and trust, aligning with this new paradigm. Structural equation modelling was employed to analyse data from a sample of 3,364 employees collected by the European Foundation for the Improvement of Living and Working Conditions (Euro found). The findings confirm that participative decisions have a positive influence on job satisfaction, both directly and indirectly through employees' perception of trust. This study contributes to the field by demonstrating how participative decisions and trust, grounded in a democratic management style, can effectively increase job satisfaction.
Keywords :
Employee participation, participative decisions, trust, job satisfaction
