The role of positive psychology in enhancing satisfaction, motivation, and productivity in the workplace

Journal of Organizational Behavior Management

Volumn 24, Issue 1-2, 2004, Pages 113-133

  Martin, Andrew J ^a  

^a UNIVERSITY OF WESTERN SYDNEY   (Australia)

Author keywords

Positive psychology; Satisfaction; Work motivation

Indexed keywords

EID: 25444526410     PISSN: 01608061     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.1300/J075v24n01_07     Document Type: Review

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