Browsing Economic and Management Sciences by Subject "Dedication"
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An assessment of the invariance of work–related well–being in selected South African sectors
(2013)The current work environment demands a lot from employees. Organisations implement strategies to reduce cost and increase productivity, often ignoring the well-being and needs of employees. Factors such as virtual offices ... -
A comparative study of engagement within an academical institution
(2010)One of the most valuable assets in any organisation is the employees, although a small percent of employees in organisations are truly motivated and energised. It is essential for organisations to look into the engagement ... -
Depressed, not depressed or unsure : prevalence and the relation to well–being across sectors in South Africa
(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, ... -
An exploration of the effect of employee engagement on performance in the petrochemical industry
(North-West University, 2012)The general aim of the study was to determine the effect of employee engagement on performance in a form of quality in the petrochemical industry. This type of study has never been conducted within this particular environment ... -
The impact of job and organisational characteristics on engagement at work in a petrochemical company
(North-West University, 2010)In today's tough economic environment, companies are forced to work more efficiently and effectively with the resources they have at their disposal. At the same time companies are struggling to attract and retain good ... -
Job demands, job resources, and work engagement of employees in a manufacturing organisation
(North-West University, 2006)The manufacturing industry today is seen as a demanding world of work where mployees are constantly exposed to high demands. This may have an influence on their work engagement levels and their organisational commitment. ... -
Job demands–resources theory, health and well–being in South Africa
(North-West University, 2012)Work stress has a substantial impact on employees, organisations and economies; especially in the fragile economic environment since the ‘Great Recession’ of 2008; which has seen employment levels drop and employees willing ... -
Psychometric evaluation of the UWES and OLBI within the cement industry
(North-West University, 2010)In order to be sustainable, companies have to adapt in the ever–changing market and economic conditions which are often unpredictable. The adaptation to these challenges rests with employees who have to stay motivated and ...