REWARD AND PRODUCTIVITY OF EMPLOYEES: A GOLDEN GUINEA BREWERIES PERSPECTIVE, ABIA STATE, NIGERIA

Abstract: The crux of this paper is Reward and Productivity of Employees: A Golden Guinea Breweries Perspective, Abia State, Nigeria. The paper observed that rewards contribute to employee satisfaction, which in turn can positively impact employee productivity. Satisfied employees tend to be more engaged, committed, and motivated to achieve company goals. However, a poorly managed reward system can lead to low morale, unproductive performance, and even higher employee turnover. The study posed three research questions that aligned with the study’s objectives and hypotheses. Methodologically, the researcher used documentary sources, also known as “secondary sources,” from relevant literature on the research topic. Documentary sources refer to existing written materials (whether handwritten, typed, or printed) that were created for purposes other than the researcher’s benefit. The study found, among other things, that rewards increase Golden Guinea Breweries Ltd. (GG) employees’ job satisfaction and retention because they feel their work is valued and appreciated. GG employees are encouraged to strive for better results when they are recognized for their productivity. This motivates them to do more, which increases engagement and productivity. The study, among other things, recommends that GG Breweries should make compensation a top priority so that employees feel valued and satisfied, thereby taking pride in their work, which leads to higher productivity and better business performance. Therefore, the study concludes that GG Breweries needs to develop a performance-enhancing compensation system that allows for the best possible management and development of employees in order to increase productivity.

Keywords: Reward, Productivity, Employee, Organization, Management.