The Impact of Humble Behavior, Perceived Organizational Justice and Happiness on the Ethical Behavior of Employees

Agron Hajdari, Vjose Latifi, Gadaf Rexhepi, Atdhetar Gara and Shafique Ur Rehman

Economic Alternatives, 2026, issue 1, 49-69

Abstract: The main aim of this study was to estimate the relationship of humble behavior, perceived organizational justice and happiness with the employee’s ethical behavior. The research uses STATA and SPSS for data analysis, applying ANOVA to identify significant differences and regression to assess the impact of variables on ethical behavior. Open-ended survey questions provide deeper insights into how humble behavior, organizational justice, and happiness influence ethical behavior. Findings reveal that humble behavior and happiness positively influence ethical behavior, with distributive, procedural, and informational justice also showing positive links. However, interactional justice unexpectedly correlates negatively. Qualitative data supports these results, highlighting the positive impact of humble behavior and happiness, and the negative effect of interactional justice on ethical behavior. By synthesizing these elements, the study offers a comprehensive understanding that transcends individual impacts, presenting a new perspective in workplace ethics research. The integrated model applies specifically to Kosovo's transitional economy. Examining how socio-psychological factors influence ethical behavior in a challenging economic context, the study provides actionable insights for businesses facing similar challenges. Additionally, it offers practical guidance to governments, policymakers, and businesses on incorporating these factors into ethical considerations.

Keywords: Kosovo; happiness; humble behavior; perceived organizational justice; ethical behavior (search for similar items in EconPapers)
JEL-codes: D23 J28 (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
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