Browsing Economic and Management Sciences by Author "Els, C."
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Burnout and work engagement for different age groups : examining group–level differences and predictors
Haley, Lize-Mari (North-West University, 2012)Age is often a factor which can have an effect on the well–being levels of employees as well as the profitability of organisations, but it is unfortunately at times overlooked by organisations. Many researchers have found ... -
Depressed, not depressed or unsure : prevalence and the relation to well–being across sectors in South Africa
Welthagen, Christa (2011)Depression is one of the most debilitating, widespread and costly health problems worldwide and has a high prevalence in almost every society. Research suggests that depression affects an individual's work engagement levels, ... -
Examining the effect of a play-at-work intervention on the organisational outcomes of work teams
Fourie, L. (North-West University, 2018)Many organisations have reformed to a fun work environment by implementing play in the workplace, but organisations have jumped the gun by doing this as the effect of play in the workplace is still unknown. Therefor this ... -
Exploring the experiences of team diversity in the South African financial industry
Chhiba, Natasha Vanita (North-West University (South Africa), 2021)Diversity in the workplace is increasing globally. For South Africa, diversity in the workplace has increased since the first democratic election and continues to grow. Due to the impact of globalisation, South African ... -
Exploring the unique contributions of different cultural groups in a hospital in the North West Province
Kelly, Valeske (North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2017)Hospitals in South Africa are filled with staff and nurses from diverse cultural groups. This brings about a workforce with unique qualities and contributions. These qualities have, however, become the basis for conflict, ... -
Investigating the influence of thinking styles on the sales performance of South African financial advisors
Rautenbach, Tania (North-West University (South Africa), 2020)The financial industry is frequently confronted with the challenge of an unusually high turnover among financial advisers in this industry. The industry has changed drastically since the enactment of various legislation ... -
The moderating role of perceived organisational support in the relationship between workplace bullying and turnover intention across sectors in South Africa
Van Schalkwyk, Lena-Mari (North-West University, 2011)There is currently no legislation counteracting the impact of workplace bullying on South African employees, consequently generating an open invitation for all perpetrators in the organisation. The significance of bullying ... -
The role of socio–demographics, personality characteristics, social support, and well–being in student's intention to drop out
Cortes, Kelly Periera (North-West University, 2012)Student intention to drop out is a concern for higher education institutions as well for their students. Students with the intention to drop out may eventually drop out and contribute towards the already high dropout rates, ... -
Strengths-based development and intention to leave : the role of psychological empowerment and work engagement among teachers
Beukes, Leigh Edwina (2015)The management of human capital is becoming of great importance. Research on this topic is largely based on talent shortages. In South Africa, considerable attention has been given to the issue of skills shortages, which ... -
Talent management in South African universities : management and recruits' expectations and perceptions
Liversage, Heila (North-West University (South Africa) , Potchefstroom Campus, 2015)The universities of South Africa are confronted with a changing workforce. The so-called ‘Baby Boomers’ are soon to be retired from the universities and there is not sufficient time to develop talent to fill the gap. ...