Analysing research patterns in employee motivation and performance: a bibliometric perspective / Rosliza Md Zani ... [et.al]

Employee motivation and performance are critical elements for organisational success, significantly impacting productivity and job satisfaction. This study conducts a thorough bibliometric analysis of research on employee motivation and performance, offering insights into the field's development, key research areas, and influential contributors. The research objectives of this study include investigating the authorship by using research on employee motivation and performance using bibliometric analysis, addressing the analysis of the keywords’ clusters consisting of three co-occurrence networks, and synthesising the research trends on employee motivation and performance with a focus on the geographical distribution of publications and authorship. Using Scopus data spanning from 2004 to 2023, this research maps the landscape of employee motivation and performance literature. The analysis reveals a growing interest in this topic over the years, with articles being the predominant publication type, indicating a commitment to in-depth exploration. Notably, authors like Hitka, M. and Lorincová, S. have made substantial contributions and the prevalence of the "Business, Management, and Accounting" subject area highlights the interdisciplinary nature of this field. The study underscores the continuous evolution of employee motivation and performance research, driven by scholars worldwide.