Influence of Career Well-Being on Employee Engagement of Hotel Employees in Eastern Samar, Philippines

Employees are significant resources in any organization. It is important that they can handle the physical and emotional demands of their jobs. This study was conducted to examine the relationship between career well-being and employee engagement among DOT-registered hotels in Eastern Samar, using self-management, time management, stress management, and leisure management as indicators and vigor, dedication, and absorption as measures of employee engagement. Using the descriptive-correlational method, a total of 162 employees from DOT-registered hotels in Eastern Samar participated in the study. The data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Pearson’s correlation for determining the degree of relationship among variables. The results revealed that hotel employees frequently manage their professional and personal responsibilities effectively. They are engaged most of the time in hotel operations as they are dedicated to providing the highest level of service delivery and quality hospitality. A strong statistical relationship was found between career well-being and employee engagement (r = 0.801, p < 0.001), indicating that employees with better career well-being exhibit higher levels of engagement. The study concluded that fostering a supportive work environment, implementing flexible work policies, and promoting employee well-being programs can significantly enhance employee engagement. Therefore, it is recommended that hotels prioritize work-life balance initiatives to improve employee satisfaction, motivation, and overall performance, ultimately benefiting both employees and the organization.