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Workplace Well-Being in the Maldives: Employee Perspectives on Belongingness and Work-Life Balance

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  • Mohamed Shaf'aan Sulaimaan

    (Pension Supervision Department, Capital Market Development Authority, Male’, Maldives)

  • Rohani Mohd

    (Faculty of Business and Entrepreneurship, UNITAR International University)

  • Nor Intan Adha Hafit

    (Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA(UiTM), Selangor Campus)

  • Wasamath Abdul Hakeem

    (Corporate Services Department, Capital Market Development Authority, Male’, Maldives)

  • Badrul Hisham Kamaruddin

    (City Graduate School, City University Malaysia, Petaling Jaya Campus, Selangor Darul Ehsan)

Abstract

This study explores employee perspectives on workplace well-being in the Maldives, focusing on belongingness and work-life balance. Utilizing qualitative methods, interviews were conducted with employees from diverse backgrounds to identify factors affecting their well-being. Findings reveal significant discrepancies between employee expectations and reality, highlighting issues such as understaffing, high workloads, and inadequate support. The study emphasizes the need for organizations to foster a supportive culture to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.

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  • Mohamed Shaf'aan Sulaimaan & Rohani Mohd & Nor Intan Adha Hafit & Wasamath Abdul Hakeem & Badrul Hisham Kamaruddin, 2025. "Workplace Well-Being in the Maldives: Employee Perspectives on Belongingness and Work-Life Balance," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(8), pages 1636-1641, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:issue-8:p:1636-1641
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