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The Role of Trust in Supervisors as a Mediator between Fairness of Appraisal Evaluation and Employee Satisfaction: Evidence from the Public Sector in Saudi Arabia
Get PDFThis study investigates the direct and indirect effects of fairness in performance appraisal evaluations on employee satisfaction, with a particular focus on the mediating role of trust in supervisors. Drawing on Social Exchange Theory, the research examines how perceptions of procedural, distributive, and interactional justice within appraisal systems influence employee attitudes in the Saudi Arabian public sector. Using a cross-sectional survey of 480 public sector employees and Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), the results reveal that fairness in appraisal evaluations significantly enhances trust in supervisors and directly contributes to satisfaction with the appraisal process. Furthermore, trust in supervisors partially mediates the relationship between appraisal fairness and satisfaction, indicating its critical role in translating fair treatment into positive employee outcomes. The findings offer both theoretical contributions and practical implications by highlighting trust as a relational mechanism through which organizational justice affects performance management effectiveness. The study recommends fostering appraisal fairness and supervisor credibility to promote employee morale and engagement in hierarchical institutional settings
A Study on the Value Destruction Caused by Incomplete Interaction Behaviors on a Live Shopping Platform
Get PDFThis study aims to understand the impact of incomplete interaction behaviors on value destruction in online shopping. Incomplete interaction behaviors include incomplete product interaction, incomplete information interaction and incomplete parasocial interaction. Additionally, negative interpersonal and intrapersonal relationships are used as mediators in this study. Views were collected from 522 users in Taiwan who have used livestream platforms for shopping and had negative experiences. An online questionnaire was designed and sent to livestreaming customers, and quota sampling was employed to enhance the sample representativeness. The empirical results were produced by covariance-based structural equation modeling with AMOS and show that incomplete parasocial interaction has the greatest impact on value destruction via negative interpersonal relationships. The negative intrapersonal relationships were not found to have mediation effects in this study. The practical implications for individuals who plan to join the livestream shopping industry are not only able to showcase products, but also appropriately disclose their personas to build relationships with customers and interact with those who show their emotions or views. Managing customer-to-customer interactions in the livestreaming process is equally important, as negative feelings among customers directly result in value destruction. In other words, streamers should focus on training themselves in the aspects of what product and personal information should be disclosed to the public and focus on observing and managing the feelings and emotions of their live customers as well as the consumer-to-consumer relationships
Factors Affecting Business Performance after the Transfer of Leadership Generation in Small and Medium Enterprises
Get PDFThe aim of this study explores the factors affecting business performance after leadership generation transfer in small and medium-sized enterprises, set in the context of small and medium enterprises in the North of Vietnam. The study focuses on three main driven factors affecting business performance after the transfer of leadership generation in small and medium enterprises: CEO transition plan and process; How to select a successor; The characteristics of the successor. The research sample was taken from the context of small and medium enterprises in the North of Vietnam. For questionnaire administration, interviewees are selected at random from the population. Face-to-face, drop-off, and phone-calling approaches were used to disseminate the questionnaire. We received 938 completed returns out, the data was then cleaned and analyzed with SPSS software using Structural Equation Modelling (SEM). Research shows that succession of three impact factors is closely related to the success of the transition and business performance after the transfer of leadership generation. Through data analysis, research shows that businesses need to choose their successors through fair competition to find the best candidate to be appointed as a leader, ensuring the success of the transition process. The findings of the research provide policymakers with valuable insights on the effects of factors affecting business performance after the transfer of leadership generation in small and medium enterprises. The study's recommendations can inform policies that promote sustainable economic development after the transfer of leadership generation. In Vietnam, there are not many studies showing the importance of leadership transfer and analyzing the factors affecting leadership transfer, so through the impact factors of this study, leaders can easily find suitable solutions to select the next generation of leaders with high quality
The effect of employer attractiveness and CSR on recruiting potential gen Y workers: Investigation of the tourism industry in Thailand
Get PDFThe study aims to examine the dimension of employer attractiveness and CSR among potential Gen Y employees, explore how employer attractiveness and CSR influence their intention to pursuit job, and develop a structural model of intention to pursuit job among potential Gen Y job seekers in tourism sector. A total of two hundred Gen Y respondents participated in the study through convenience sampling method. Data was analyzed with multiple stages including EFA, CFA and SEM. Three underlying factors emerged for CSR support include society concern, employee concern, and customer and government concern. Additionally, the findings confirmed the theoretical concept of employer attractiveness consisting of five dimensions, development, social, interest, economic and application value. SEM analysis indicated a good fit with empirical data (CMIN/DF = 1.78, RMSEA = 0.06, CFI = 0.92, TLI = 0.91). The results revealed employer attractiveness and CSR support had positive influence on reputation and effect on Gen Y’s intention to apply for job in the tourism industry. Employer attractiveness and CSR support can act as strategic tools. HR executives should develop a recruitment plan to draw Gen Y to the business, as well as enhance their industry-wide reputation. Fun-Fair-Flexible work environment should be implemented and communicated to target applicants. Digital strategy should be applied via online advertising and social media to communicate to both internal and external stakeholders
Exploring Academic Trends in Popular Culture: A Bibliometric Analysis of Media Evolution, Management, and Cross-Cultural Dynamics in Islamic Education
Get PDFThis study aims to perform a thorough bibliometric analysis of academic research trends in human studies and popular culture, with a particular emphasis on how these fields are increasingly overlapping. The study maps out important themes and related concepts using network visualization techniques, especially about media, cross-cultural dynamics, and globalization. 7,312 papers between 2001 and 2024 were subjected to a Boolean search. R-Studio, VOSViewer, and Microsoft Excel were used for data analysis. The findings show that there was a notable drop in research output from 2023 to 2024 and that contributions were concentrated among a small number of well-known authors and institutions. Cross-cultural and digital media themes became popular areas of interest. These results demonstrate how globalization and the emergence of digital platforms have changed scholarly interest in popular culture and human studies. By identifying understudied links and new media dynamics, the study offers insightful information for future research. By using sophisticated bibliometric analysis to show the growth of research and uncover new interdisciplinary trends and cross-cultural dynamics in popular culture and human studies, this work adds to the academic debate. The results indicate the need for more research into how digital media affects the development of identities and cross-cultural interactions and provide a direction for future academic investigations
Sustainable Waste Management in Palm Oil Industry: Advancing Composting Practices for Environmental and Economic Benefits
Get PDFPalm oil production is a vital industry in tropical regions, generating substantial waste byproducts, including empty fruit bunches (EFB), palm kernel shells (PKS), and decanter cake. Effective management of these waste streams is essential to minimizing environmental impacts while enhancing sustainability. This paper explores the composting of palm oil waste as a sustainable solution, emphasizing the transformation of EFB, PKS, and decanter cake into nutrient-rich compost. The study discusses the role of pre-treatment methods, such as shredding and co-composting with palm oil mill effluent (POME), and highlights the advancements in composting technologies, including forced aeration systems, microbial inoculants, and automated monitoring. These innovations have demonstrated significant improvements in composting efficiency, nutrient quality, and greenhouse gas reduction. Additionally, the integration of advanced machinery, such as shredders, compost turners, and temperature monitoring systems, has proven essential for optimizing composting operations. The results underscore the potential of composting in supporting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives, aligning with circular economy principles, and fostering sustainability in the palm oil industry. The findings highlight composting as a transformative approach that not only mitigates waste but also promotes economic and environmental benefits, contributing to a model of circular economy and sustainable development
Professional Internships from Students’ Perspepctives: A Quantitative Analysis at a University in Vietnam
Get PDFIn contemporary university education, internships are a compulsory component that students must complete to bridge the gap between academic learning and professional practice. The internship program was designed to address the increasing demand for work- ready graduates by providing students with firsthand professional experience while they are still in university, thereby facilitating a smoother transition into their future careers. To align with this objective, Thu Dau Mot University has developed an internship program specifically for English-majored students, consisting of three separate courses, each intended to cultivate different aspects of students' professional development. These courses are strategically structured to progressively enhance students' skills, starting from basic workplace familiarity to more advanced professional competencies. Despite the program’s structured design, questions have been raised regarding the its overall effectiveness in contributing to student development. To address these concerns, the study titled “A Survey on the Effectiveness of Internships for English-Majored Students at Thu Dau Mot University” was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of the internship program provided by the university. A questionnaire survey was employed as the primary research instrument to collect data, targeting 150 randomly selected English-major students from the university. The results confirmed the effectiveness of the internship program at Thu Dau Mot University in fostering students’ professional experience and development. The findings underscore the efficacy of the three-course internship model in enhancing students’ readiness for professional environments and encouraging a proactive approach to skill development Additionally, the research offers valuable insights for educators and administrators aiming to enhance the design and implementation of internship programs in higher education
The Role of Core Competencies in Improving Strategic Performance: An Exploration of Theoretical Concepts
Get PDFThe study develops a theoretical framework aimed at improving strategic performance, using Resources based Theory. This framework is expected to be able to perpetuate organizational performance, by combining core competency dimensions including communication, teamwork, and self-management. Systematic literature review is used to obtain a comprehensive understanding. The findings of this study are first core competencies are the ability of organizations to integrate various competencies of knowledge, technology, resources and organizational management skills efficiently, increasing core competencies will be able to realize strategic thinking and strategic performance. The second organizational learning culture is a sharing culture that involves the exchange of knowledge between organizations, teams, individuals and the environment. Increasing organizational learning culture will increase core competencies
The Participant Capacity Function Moderates the Disclosure of Financial Performance through Corporate Social Responsibility
Get PDFResearchers in this project are examining the relationship between corporate social responsibility (CSR) disclosure and financial performance. They are also exploring the potential impact of stakeholders on this relationship. The study utilized 487 observations from non-financial companies listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange between 2018 and 2022. The findings indicate that companies that communicate information about their CSR initiatives more frequently tend to experience improved financial performance. Additionally, the study reveals a strong positive correlation between investor and customer satisfaction and the efficiency of a business's financial operations. However, there is only a weak correlation between creditor support and financial performance. Furthermore, the study has not yet proven that stakeholder influence strengthens the link between CSR disclosure and financial performance. The findings of this research are expected to contribute to the existing knowledge on stakeholder impact, financial performance, and CSR disclosure. This study can be used as a guide by practitioners to identify variables that can enhance economic performance, particularly through CSR initiatives
Board Characteristics and Financial Statement Fraud: Evidence from Indonesian Public Companies
Get PDFThe ineffectiveness of the corporate governance structure as a monitoring mechanism is identified as one of the causes of financial statement fraud. This implies that the implementation of good corporate governance can mitigate financial statement fraud. In the governance structure, the board plays an important role in supervising the company's activities. Effective oversight helps the company to conduct its business properly and prevent the perpetration of fraud. The aim of this study is to identify weather board characteristics can mitigate financial statement fraud in public companies in Indonesia. This study investigates financial statement fraud with the financial shenanigans’ ratios: Days' Sales Outstanding Growth (DSOG), Cash Flow from Operating Divided by Net Income (CFFONI) and Accounts Receivable Divided by Sales (ARSAL), while board characteristics is measured by board size, board independence, and frequency of board meetings. This study was analyzed using multiple linear regression methods to test three hypotheses and three measures of financial statement fraud. The data processed and analyzed are derived from the annual reports of public companies in the non-financial sector industry listed on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX) with a total sample size of 733. The study findings suggest that board characteristics play an important role in conducting effective oversight to reduce the likelihood of financial statement fraud