PaKSoM2020

Abstract

This study aimed at exploring diversity
within the workplace of Small Firms in Kogi
State, Nigeria. The study used survey research
design. Data obtained were analyzed using
descriptive statistics, mean score from Likert
scale, ANOVA and multiple Regressions.
Findings showed that age has significant effect on
job satisfaction of employees; and that religion,
educational background and job experience have
strong significant effect on the organizational
outcomes of small firms in Kogi State. The
finding further indicated that gender difference
affects organizational performance, job
satisfaction, productivity, competitive advantage
and customers’ satisfaction. The study concluded
that age has significant positive effect on job
satisfaction; and other factors such as religion,
educational background and job experience of
employees only affect the performance of small
firms in Kogi State positively. This study
therefore recommended that owner-managers of
small firms should take cognizance of age as it
affects job satisfaction of employees; and should
strategically manage factors such as religion,
educational background and job experience of
employees as they affect performance.