THE IMPACT OF CAREER PLATEAUS ON EMPLOYEE JOB SATISFACTION. THE MODERATING ROLE OF REMOTE WORK

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https://doi.org/10.34739/maj.2024.02.11

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Career Plateau, Job Satisfaction, Remote Work

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This study examines the impact of career plateaus on job satisfaction, highlighting the moderating role of
remote work. Career plateau, characterized by limited career advancement opportunities, has been identified as a significant detractor of employee engagement and satisfaction. Leveraging the flexibility and autonomy of remote work, this research explores its potential to mitigate the adverse effects of career stagnation. A quantitative methodology was applied, analyzing survey data from public and private sector employees in Georgia using linear regression to test the hypotheses. The findings confirm a negative correlation between career plateau and job satisfaction, while greater autonomy in remote work significantly enhances job satisfaction levels. The study underscores the necessity of implementing job-design strategies that incorporate flexible employment forms as a means to counteract the effects of career stagnation and promote employee well-being.

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17.01.2025

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Bareja-Wawryszuk, O., Togonidze, V., & Aslantas, M. (2025). THE IMPACT OF CAREER PLATEAUS ON EMPLOYEE JOB SATISFACTION. THE MODERATING ROLE OF REMOTE WORK. Management and Administration Journal, 63(2). https://doi.org/10.34739/maj.2024.02.11