Cultivating victory: workplace flourishing as a predictor of task performance in the Ghana Armed Forces

Military personnel in high-stress environments face significant risks to their well-being, which can impair their crucial task performance. This study investigated the relationship between workplace flourishing and task performance within the Ghana Armed Forces. Using a quantitative cross-sectional design, data were collected from 292 military personnel (from Second Lieutenant to Major and NCOs) stationed at the 37 Military Hospital via standardized scales: the Flourishing at Work Scale and the In-Role Performance Scale. The results revealed a significant positive correlation (* r * = 0.486, * p * < 0.01) and a predictive relationship ( β = 0.339, * p * < 0.01), indicating that personnel who experience higher levels of holistic well-being—encompassing emotional, psychological, and social dimensions—demonstrate markedly better task performance. The findings underscore that fostering a flourishing work environment is a critical strategic component for enhancing operational effectiveness in military organizations.