Positive Psychology and Workplace Happiness: Exploring the Application of Positive Psychology Principles in the Workplace to Enhance Employee Happiness and Overall Organizational Performance

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Purpose: The study investigates the relationship between positive psychology and workplace contentment, focusing on the potential impact of integrating positive psychology principles within an organization. Materials and Methods: The researchers employed a qualitative research methodology and a non-probabilistic sampling approach to gather and analyze their data in this study. Data was collected from 100 employees in 20 UAE-based international companies. Findings: The findings revealed that 80% of participants exhibited neutrality or positivity towards the implemented techniques. 45% of respondents had high psychological well-being, while 40% had a strong sense of organizational connection. Only 15% agreed on workplace happiness, but 20% agreed on work ethic, affiliation, mental well-being, independence, and the work environment. An additional 30% were in the neutral zone, while the remaining 30% were autonomous. Positive Built Workplace Environment concept is validated and positive psychology enhanced the work performance of employees in an organization. Implications to Theory, Practice and Policy: The study suggests that reevaluating multinational companies' performance and productivity indicators (PPI) can enhance employee happiness and well-being. Therefore, companies should consider implementing such evaluations.