Mediating role of quality of work life between work-related social capital and life satisfaction among health professionals

Irfana Rashid and Faseeh Amin

Arab Gulf Journal of Scientific Research, 2023, vol. 42, issue 4, 1700-1715

Abstract: Purpose - The main aim of this study is to highlight the significance of fostering social capital and improving the quality of work life (QWL) for the well-being of healthcare workers. The second objective of this research is to address a notable gap in the current knowledge by examining the mediating influence of QWL on the relationship between work-related social capital and life satisfaction within the healthcare profession. Design/methodology/approach - This study used a cross-sectional research methodology to examine the complex relationships among the variables and included a sample of 330 individuals who are employed full-time in the healthcare profession in the North Indian Region. Findings - The study confirms all research hypotheses, showing that social capital improves work life. Thus, work-life quality improves life satisfaction significantly. The mediation analysis in this study used bootstrapping to show that work-life quality mediates the association between social capital and life satisfaction. Practical implications - Addressing social support issues and using effective human resource management tactics can improve employees’ work life and satisfaction. The findings are essential in collectivistic cultures because strong workplace relationships improve professional welfare. Originality/value - This study differentiates itself by analysing social capital and QWL as multi-dimensional constructs inside the workplace, ensuring the results’ correctness and validity. This study provides a distinct viewpoint for scholars and practitioners, enhancing comprehension of the correlation between life satisfaction and work-related social capital within the healthcare industry.

Keywords: Healthcare; Professional well-being; Social network; Life happiness; Subjective well-being (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2023
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DOI: 10.1108/AGJSR-07-2023-0350

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