Exploratory factor analysis of the happiness at work scale in employees in southeast Mexico.

Abstract

Happiness at work is a key factor for employee well-being and organizational performance. This study analyzes the factor structure of a happiness at work scale among employees in southeastern Mexico, identifying its main dimensions. Exploratory factor analysis (EFA) was applied to a sample of 326 employees, yielding a three-factor structure: engagement, job satisfaction, and affective organizational commitment. The results suggest that these dimensions explain 69.12% of the variance in job happiness, providing valuable information for the design of organizational strategies that promote well-being at work.