Turnover intention among Vietnamese millennials in the workplace

Authors: Yang, Y., Thu Hue, H.M. and Takeda, S.

Journal: Evidence-based HRM

Volume: 12

Issue: 3

Pages: 592-610

eISSN: 2049-3991

ISSN: 2049-3983

DOI: 10.1108/EBHRM-12-2022-0302

Abstract:

Purpose: Drawing upon the framework of social exchange theory, this study investigated the influence of work-life balance, procedural justice and distributive justice on job satisfaction and turnover intention among Vietnamese millennials. Design/methodology/approach: Employing a quantitative research method, the authors collected a sample of 258 millennial participants in Vietnam. Utilizing the method of multiple regression analysis, the collected data were rigorously examined. Findings: The results showed that job satisfaction is negatively related to the turnover intention of the millennial generation in Vietnam. Distributive justice is a stronger predictor of job satisfaction than procedural justice. Of particular note, the study revealed an intriguing result: work-life balance does not have a significant influence on job satisfaction among millennials. Practical implications: Leveraging insights from national cultural theories, the authors' findings provide some insightful explanations of what drives millennials in Vietnam to consider leaving their organizations. Social implications: The study provides some insights for policymakers in Vietnam and other similar developing countries to reform their approach at managing the millennial generation. Originality/value: The research addresses the existing gap in literature by delving into the underlying factors driving the propensity of Vietnamese millennials to frequently switch jobs.

https://eprints.bournemouth.ac.uk/39073/

Source: Scopus