Redefining Labour's Role: Claiming a Fair Share of Profits Beyond the Means of Production

This study critically examines the evolving role of labour in modern organisations, arguing for labour’s fair share of profits beyond its traditional role as a mere means of production. Drawing from theories of labour value and organisational justice, this research explores the power dynamics between labour and capital, focusing on how workers can claim a greater stake in the value they help create. Through a mixed-methods approach, including a survey of 200 employees across various industries and 15 case studies of worker-led initiatives, the research analyses how organisational structures often limit workers' ability to influence profit distribution. The study also investigates labour’s potential to negotiate space within organisations, challenging existing hierarchies and advocating for profit-sharing models that promote fairness and equity. By integrating quantitative data with qualitative narratives of worker experiences, the research offers a comprehensive understanding of how labour can transcend its role as a passive contributor to production and assert its claim to a more equitable share of organisational profits. The findings highlight the need for new organisational frameworks that recognise labour as a central force in value creation and ensure workers benefit proportionately from the profits they generate.