Patterns of work and nonwork satisfaction

Abstract

The relation between work and nonwork satisfaction has been the subject of much research, but results have been inconclusive. The present study explored the possibility that different satisfaction profiles exist for different people, accounting for the past inconsistent findings. Varying patterns of satisfaction were identified by subgrouping individuals on the basis of their work satisfaction and nonwork satisfaction profiles. Items measuring work and nonwork satisfaction were factored for 398 female and 390 male college graduates using a principal components analysis; a hierarchical subgrouping was conducted based on subjects' profiles on the satisfaction components. A number of satisfaction profiles were identified. Further analyses indicated that background experiences and current work and nonwork activities were associated with the satisfaction types. Implications for future research are discussed. (32 ref) (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved)