How do the employees of enterprises perceive the management paradigm?

Abstract Paper’s objectives The aim of this study is to show how the employees of enterprises perceive the management paradigm using the example of Penc’s approach, in relation to its individual aspects/components in the entities in which they are employed. Design/methods applied/approach used This study presents various approaches to management paradigms. It also reveals the results of the author’s own empirical research, which is undoubtedly an interesting approach from the practical side. Findings As a result of the empirical research, it was found that the vast majority of employees of the surveyed enterprises perceive that the theoretical assumptions of the analyzed paradigm find their reference in practice. Originality/value The research is original because it shows how the assumptions regarding the management paradigm in relation to Penc’s approach are implemented in the area of the operation of enterprises from the perspective of their employees.