Influence of quality of life on work productivity: A narrative literature review

Abstract

Quality of life is a relevant topic in the business context, highlighting the active role of organizations in implementing this concept, following victories achieved through labor movements. Elements such as emotional well-being, work-life balance, motivation, and continuous development of employees are identified as fundamental to creating an environment conducive to increasing work productivity. Investing in quality of life not only benefits individuals but also generates positive impacts on organizational dynamics, fostering excellence and the achievement of goals. The objective of this study is to examine a possible correlation between quality of life at work and productivity. For this purpose, a narrative literature review is conducted to investigate how studies address this correlation in the literature, as well as how quality of life at work affects organizational outcomes. The selected databases were ProQuest, SciELO, and Scopus. The results show that the influence of quality of life on work productivity highlights the relationship between workers' well-being and performance, emphasizing the importance of organizational policies for overall success. It is concluded that a work environment becomes healthy and balanced through social support and opportunities for personal development, boosting employee efficiency. Investing in well-being reduces absenteeism, increases talent retention, and enhances corporate image. Caring for employees not only benefits them individually but also promotes long-term organizational success, becoming an essential competitive.

DOI:https://doi.org/10.56238/sevened2024.026-026