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Impact Of Training On Employee Motivation And Performance In The Sports Industry, Alyssa Macur
Impact Of Training On Employee Motivation And Performance In The Sports Industry, Alyssa Macur
Honors College Theses
This study explores the crucial relationship between employee training and its influence on motivation and performance within the sports industry, focusing on insights from Athletic Directors within the Pace University Athletic Department. Through three comprehensive, in-depth interviews with these key stakeholders, the study aims to discern the effects of targeted, effective training and clear goal setting on employee motivation and performance outcomes. The insights gathered from the Athletics Directors at Pace University reveal a strong correlation between well-designed, efficient training programs and heightened motivation. When training initiatives are aligned with clear objectives and goals, employees exhibit increased levels of enthusiasm, …
An Analysis Of The Direct Effect Of Siestas On: Local And Multinational Business In Spain, Arana S. Torres Alicea
An Analysis Of The Direct Effect Of Siestas On: Local And Multinational Business In Spain, Arana S. Torres Alicea
Honors Projects in Business
The study investigates the impact of siestas on workplace productivity and employee well-being in local and multinational companies based in Spain. Qualitative data was collected through interviews to examine how these companies have adapted to remote work arrangements and their views on the relevance of siestas in their operations. The study seeks to determine whether siestas play a significant role in shaping workplace cultures and policies, even amidst changing work habits brought about by the pandemic, providing insights into the ongoing debate on the relevance of siestas in modern-day work environments in Spain. Furthermore, the findings of this study can …
Working With The Plateaued Employee, Janet Butler Munch
Working With The Plateaued Employee, Janet Butler Munch
Publications and Research
As supervisors, middle managers may observe employees who have lost interest in their work, have become demotivated, or seem to be in a rut. This phenomenon can happen to even the most productive employees. Managers can help mitigate negative aspects by supporting their librarians, and helping them to make self-enhancing decisions for their continual professional growth and development.
Impact Of Behavioral Performance Management In A Korean Application, Fred Luthans, Shanggeun Rhee, Brett C. Luthans, James B. Avey
Impact Of Behavioral Performance Management In A Korean Application, Fred Luthans, Shanggeun Rhee, Brett C. Luthans, James B. Avey
Department of Management: Faculty Publications
Purpose – The purpose of this study is to examine whether the use of money, social recognition, and feedback have a similar impact on employee performance in the context of a modern Korean broadband internet service firm.
Design/methodology/approach – The study design was a quasi-field experiment (with control group). First, the leaders of this Korean firm were trained in behavioral performance management. Following the steps of organisational behavior modification (O.B. Mod.) they identified, measured, and analyzed critical performance behaviors and then intervened with the following reward incentives: money (n = 38), social recognition and caring attention (n = 41), and …