Workplace Essays

Associated with high costs and frequent absenteeism in the workplace, traumatic amputation is a devastating occupational injury. Anxiety reactions, posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, grief, body image disturbances, and excessive pain are common after such an injury. It is important to understand each of these forms in order to address the resulting psychological effects appropriately. Experiencing […]

The analysis will focus on my former role at IBM regarding sales management, which primarily involved making phone calls from the company’s database to identify needs in various companies for a specific campaign. Employee performance was evaluated based on call volume and the leads generated from these calls each month. However, as callers were limited […]

The correlation between overall job satisfaction and centralization was strongly negative (–0.42), while it was positively correlated with specialization (0.). The study found significant relationships between centralization and satisfaction in the workplace. The level of significance was 0.01. The relationships varied depending on the dimension of satisfaction being studied. Centralization was found to have a […]

The aim of this research is to establish a relationship between different work variables that impact the job satisfaction of both male and female workers. The study examines perceived work accomplishments, working conditions, task identification, and relationships with superiors as potential factors. Using hierarchical regression analysis on 130 participants, the initial findings indicate that several […]

This chapter will discuss various findings on motive and occupation satisfaction in the context of volunteerism in the Nigerian fire service. It will examine the research subject, significance of volunteerism, construct of voluntary firefighters, and theories of motive. The analysis will also include an examination of the benefits provided to voluntary firefighters and critical issues […]

The concept of motivation has many facets, but if one were to frame the topic in terms of human resource management then a properly motivated employee would be a person who has a predisposition to behave in a manner as to achieve specific, unmet goals (Buford et al, 1995). A common, and now very antiquated […]

The classical school did not give importance to the human aspects of the workers. Therefore, they did not achieve a high level of production efficiency and co-operation between the management and workers. The failure of the classical approach led to the  movement. The human relations experts tried to integrate (combine) Psychology and Sociology with Management. […]

Human resource management plays a pivotal role in determining the success of organizational functions and operations. The significance of human resource within organizations is realized in the various strategies that can be used to motivate the workforce and create a positive work culture for enhanced productivity and improved performance levels. The increasing shift of businesses […]

What are the main issues in the case? Dairy Engineering showed a serious lack of communication among employee’s, from Fran’s experiences working for the company we have been able to gather that employees feel mistreated by managers, while managers are unable to communicate effectively. Organizational commitment is a large factor influencing the flaws in this […]

The management at Listo system is actively engaging employees in decision-making, which fosters a sense of value and worth within the organization. By soliciting their opinions, management demonstrates genuine concern for their wants and needs, ultimately boosting their self-worth. Moreover, this approach ensures that employees are well-informed about set goals, making it easier for them […]

According to R. M. Davies D. S. Abolude, the demand for fuel wood is projected to reach approximately 213.4×103 metric tonnes by 2030, while the supply is expected to decrease to about 28.4×103 metric tonnes. If no action is taken to discourage fuel wood usage and promote alternative energy sources, deforestation rates will continue to […]

Over the past years, many have related emotional stability with one’s ability to perform in work. This essay will review emotional stability as one of The “Big Five” Personality Model in relation to the workplace and work behavior. In order to further reinforce the concept, different academic journals from recent years will be used to […]

Fairness can be defined as, “Decisions are made objectively, free from political influence or personal favoritism; policies and practices reflect the just treatment of employees and applicants,” (http://www.psc-cfp.gc.ca/psea-lefp/glossary). As individuals, when we think about “fairness”, this word is suppose to describe the way we should be treated whether in our personal and professional lives. In […]

Balancing work and personal life is increasingly becoming a major focus for both employers and employees, within corporate entities as well as in domestic settings. HR professionals are exploring strategies to enhance their firm’s profitability, uplift employee spirit, retain key staff members, and stay abreast of evolving workplace trends. A myriad of factors in the […]

Introduction: This article examines the importance of motivators in ensuring employee effectiveness and organizational success. It delves into various motivational factors that positively impact job satisfaction. Additionally, it presents two actual cases to illustrate the practical implementation of these motivators. Job satisfaction is the attitude of employees towards their occupation, including the level of enjoyment, […]

Abstract The hospitality industry in China is gradually developing and being matured increasingly. It is the rapid increase in the number of hotels resulted in growing demand for qualified employees. However, China’s hotels are facing serious human resources challenge including shortage of qualified staff, high-staff turnover, and the unwillingness of university graduates to enter the […]

In today’s workplace, organizations and HR managers encounter difficulties including low employee morale, absenteeism, and high turnover rate. The notion of job satisfaction has also transformed as organizations adjust to a competitive market. Job satisfaction is currently recognized as the paramount element in human resource management and is backed by both theoretical and empirical research. […]

Effects of Realistic Job Previews Introduction The theory that Realistic Job Previews which have been widely discussed in academia and accepted by multiple organizations has been proved beneficial for candidates to make better decisions and to reduce subsequent dissatisfaction, even turnover rate. This outcome can be partly attributed to review articles by Wanous (1977). According […]

Nursing homes (NHs) provide 24-hour care to one of society’s most vulnerable populations: Physically frail older adults who typically cannot live independently at home or in less restrictive environments such as assisted living facilities. To best ensure quality services in this setting, a stable workforce of geriatric care providers is required. On the contrary, employee […]

Job satisfaction, a topic extensively studied in international organization research and highly regarded by scholars, is considered the ultimate goal in industrial psychology and organizational studies. It influences global organizational practices and refers to the emotional reactions employees have towards their jobs, impacting work behaviors, motivations, and employee retention. Despite abundant literature on job satisfaction, […]

The job characteristics model was projected in the 1970s by Richard Hackman and Greg Oldham to present a comprehensive and precise description of the consequences of job design involving motivation, job satisfaction, performance, and other vital features of organizational behavior. The job characteristics model concentrates on the aspect that makes jobs intrinsically motivating. Hackman and […]

In Chapter 4, the focus is on the results and display of the data collection statement. The project’s purpose is to analyze the correlation between job performance and job satisfaction for bankers hired externally into Premier sales compared to those hired internally from the Consumer sales department. The main question being addressed is whether job […]