The Mediating Role of Burnout in The Effect of Emotional Intelligence on Job Satisfaction: An Application on Coachs

Abstract

The aim of this study is to examine the mediating role of burnout in the effect of emotional intelligence on job satisfaction. 231 taekwondo coaches participated in the study voluntarily. The survey method was preferred to collect the research data. In order to collect data in the study, Emotional Intelligence Feature Scale-Short Form (EQ-SF), Maslach Burnout Inventory (BMI) and Job Satisfaction Scale were used. SPSS Program was used for the analysis of the obtained data. The reliability of the scales was tested by Cronbach's alpha and validity of these scales was tested by explanatory factor analysis. Correlation analysis and regression analyzes was utilized to determine the relationships between the variables. As a result of the analysis, it was seen that the emotional intelligence levels of the coaches had an effect on burnout and job satisfaction. In addition, burnout has a full mediator role in the effect of emotional intelligence on job satisfaction.