A Dynamic Role of Spiritual Intelligence in Job Satisfaction at Workplace

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Authors

  • Department of Mental Health Nursing, Parul Institute of Nursing, Parul University, Vadodara – 391760 ,IN
  • Department of Mental Health Nursing, Parul Institute of Nursing, Parul University, Vadodara – 391760 ,IN

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18311/jeoh/2022/30835

Keywords:

Impact, Spiritual Intelligence, Attitude toward duty and Job satisfaction

Abstract

Background: In the modern era of materialistic world spirituality is mostly neglected dimension of life. Spirituality guides us to understand the purpose of our existence and to rejoice our potential to select actions, beliefs and values that create greater meaning in our lives and one of the significant factors that contribute to healthy, productive and successful work life. Aim: This research aims to examine the effect of Spiritual Intelligence on Attitude towards duty and Job Satisfaction among university Teachers. Methods: Quantitative, Descriptive, Cross-sectional Survey was implied on 200 university teachers selected by convenience sampling method. David B King’s Spiritual Intelligence Self Report Inventory1 was used to assess Spiritual Intelligence. Attitude towards duty and Job Satisfaction was measured by Self-structured Likert scale. Statistical analysis was carried out by SPSS Version 25. Results: The main findings reported Spiritual Intelligence has a positive significant impact on attitude towards duty and Job Satisfaction. Conclusion: This research strongly suggests the importance of spiritual orientation for the employees to enhance their attitude towards their profession as well as their Job Satisfaction level.

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Published

2022-09-30

How to Cite

Fernandes, A. J., & Priyadarshini, P. (2022). A Dynamic Role of Spiritual Intelligence in Job Satisfaction at Workplace. Journal of Ecophysiology and Occupational Health, 22(3), 104–108. https://doi.org/10.18311/jeoh/2022/30835
Received 2022-07-31
Accepted 2022-09-09
Published 2022-09-30

 

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