PROFESSIONAL SELF-ESTEEM AND JOB SATISFACTION AS COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE FOR PROFESSIONAL LIBRARIANS IN PRIVATE UNIVERSITIES IN KWARA STA
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2023-12
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Sokoto Education Review
Abstract
Job satisfaction stands as a hallmark among labour professionals, af ected by diverse factors, including an individual's self-esteem. This study delves into the correlation between professional self- esteem and job contentment, considering them as competitive edges for professional librarians in
private universities. Employing qualitative research methods, the study aimed to gain deeper insights
into pivotal themes, reinforcing the theoretical framework within scholarly communication. Through
purposive sampling, nine professional librarians from private university libraries in Kwara state—Al- Hikman University, Thomas Adewumi University, Summit University Of a, Crown Hill University, and
Landmark University, Omu Aran—participated in semi-structured interviews, with seven agreeing to
partake and contribute. Thematic analysis of the interview transcripts revealed that a majority of
participants highlighted a high level of job satisfaction within this cohort. Additionally, many
emphasised the significant impact of self-esteem on the job satisfaction of librarians in these settings. To support librarians' well-being, the study recommends providing ongoing encouragement and
training to sustain and enhance their self-esteem
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Job satisfaction, Professional, Self-esteem, Competitive advantage, Librarians
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Job satisfaction, Professional, Self-esteem, Competitive advantage, Librarians