MAPPING THE LANDSCAPE OF WORKPLACE HAPPINESS: A COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF PUBLICATION PATTERNS AND TRENDS

Abstract

Our primary goal is to perform a thorough bibliometric analysis that clarifies the intellectual framework of workplace happiness research. By utilizing bibliometric tools, we intend to reveal publication trends, key contributors, and the development of thematic focuses over time. This study aims to summarize current knowledge, identify gaps, and highlight emerging areas for future exploration. We examined the state of the field from 2000 to 2023 using bibliometric techniques and assessed the global scientific output of studies on workplace happiness. The R bibliometric package was used to analyze author contributions and publication outputs both quantitatively and qualitatively. The final analysis included a total of 519 relevant papers. Significant findings were uncovered through detailed examination of highly cited publications and diverse contributions to workplace well-being research from various authors, countries, academic institutions, and journals. Additionally, this research employs co-occurrence and cluster analyses to identify major trends and themes in workplace happiness. This comprehensive review not only sheds light on existing research but also points out potential future research directions. Through this bibliometric analysis, we aim to contribute to the ongoing discourse on workplace happiness by providing a detailed synthesis of existing studies. This analysis is intended to inform scholars, practitioners, and organizational leaders about key aspects of workplace happiness, thereby aiding evidence-based decision-making and interventions to promote positive workplace cultures.