ABSTRACT
Traditional theories within vocational psychology have often prompted people to contemplate what types of jobs fit their personality and then attempt to secure such positions. The Psychology of Working Theory (PWT) theorizes that securing decent work is positively linked with satisfying survival needs, social connection needs, and self-determination needs. Intrinsic motivation is an internal inclination toward exploration and mastery that is ignited by genuine personal interest and enjoyment. Beyond benefits to individual employees, the widespread attainment of decent work has the potential to broadly impact communities and organizations. The adequate compensation and health care that is provided by decent work, for instance, can help to alleviate the negative effects of poverty and unemployment on the well-being of entire communities. The burden of pursuing decent work must not fall solely on individuals, especially when considering the presented macro-level concerns. Scientists and politicians must help to advocate for socially just policies and laws for restricting access to decent work among minority groups.
