Employee well-being and employee retention: empirical study in an Indonesian company

  • Hendri Ardianto Jinarakkhita Buddhist College of Lampung
  • Gunawan Gusnadi Jinarakkhita Buddhist College of Lampung
  • Indra Dharma Jinarakkhita Buddhist College of Lampung
  • Datu Razali Datu Eranza Universiti Malaysia Sabah
  • Do Huu Nguyen Loc Ho Chi Minh City University of Economics and Finance
Keywords: employee well-being, employee retention, workplace well-being, turnover, fidelity.

Abstract

This study aims to examine the influence of employee well-being on employee retention. A quantitative survey method was employed to collect data from 154 employees out of a population of 250 in an agricultural product processing company. A five-point Likert-scale questionnaire, validated and tested for reliability, served as the primary instrument for data collection. The data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics, including simple linear regression at a 0.05 significance level using SPSS version 24.0. The results revealed a significant and positive relationship between employee well-being and retention. Employees who experience a higher sense of well-being are likelier to remain with the company. Furthermore, longer tenure is associated with more stable levels of well-being and retention. These findings underscore the importance of prioritizing employee well-being as a strategic approach to fostering loyalty and minimizing turnover. Targeted managerial interventions, particularly during critical tenure periods, are essential for cultivating a sustainable and healthy work environment.

Published
2025-10-02
How to Cite
Ardianto, H., Gusnadi, G., Dharma, I., Eranza, D. R. D., & Loc, D. H. N. (2025). Employee well-being and employee retention: empirical study in an Indonesian company. Global Advances in Business Studies, 4(2), 104-115. Retrieved from https://journal-gabs.org/gabs/article/view/52
Issue
Vol. 4 No. 2 (2025): Global Advances in Business Studies (GABS)
Section
Articles