Chronotype preferences, work motivation, and gender differences among private sector employees in Bengaluru

Abstract

In Bengaluru, a thriving economic center, the private sector employs a diverse workforce, including individuals from various cultural backgrounds and age groups. Understanding the relationship between chronotype preferences and work motivation among private sector employees in Bengaluru is essential for optimizing workplace practices and fostering employee well-being. This study aims to explore how chronotype preferences, rooted in individuals' intrinsic rhythms, intersect with work motivation among 200 employees aged 20-50 residing in Bengaluru, India. By examining these intersections, organizations can tailor their practices to accommodate diverse employee needs, ultimately enhancing engagement, satisfaction, and performance in the workplace. The findings suggest that there is a significant negative correlation between chronotype preferences and work motivation. Moreover, our investigation into gender differences unveiled intriguing insights, with significant disparities observed in eveningness preferences and work motivation between males and females. While no significant gender differences were found in morningness preferences and work motivation, indicating similarities in these domains, distinct gender dynamics were evident in the eveningness preferences and work motivation.