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Inside Workplace Well-Being Methods For Human Resources Specialists

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  • Delia-Elena RUSU

    (Centre for European Studies, Faculty of Law, "Alexandru Ioan Cuza" University of Iasi, Romania)

  • Sebastien BOURDIN

    (Department of Management & Society, IESEG School of Management, Lille, France)

Abstract

This study explores workplace-based well-being strategies adopted by human resources (HR) specialists in contemporary organizational contexts, focusing on how well-being is experienced and sustained within the workplace. The research employs a qualitative design based on semi-structured interviews with HR professionals of varying ages and experience levels, and the data were analyzed using thematic analysis. The findings indicate that workplace well-being is primarily shaped by organizational and job-related factors, including workload management, organizational culture, interpersonal relationships, and perceived job security. Participants reported a range of strategies used during working hours to maintain well-being, such as setting and maintaining work boundaries, taking short breaks, fostering supportive relationships with colleagues, and structuring tasks effectively. In addition, the results highlight the importance of individual-level approaches embedded within the workplace, including self-regulation, resilience, cognitive reframing, and proactive coping mechanisms, which collectively support stress management and sustained engagement. Overall, the study contributes to the literature by providing a focused perspective on internal workplace determinants of well-being among HR professionals, emphasizing the continuous interaction between organizational conditions and individual practices, and offering practical insights for organizations seeking to design HR policies and work environments that effectively support employee well-being and performance.

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  • Delia-Elena RUSU & Sebastien BOURDIN, 2026. "Inside Workplace Well-Being Methods For Human Resources Specialists," Studies in Business and Economics, Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu, Faculty of Economic Sciences, vol. 21(1), pages 360-380, April.
  • Handle: RePEc:blg:journl:v:21:y:2026:i:1:p:360-380
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