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The Effect of Sales and Customer Orientation on Salespeople's Work Performance and the Role of Spiritual Intelligence
Get PDFSpiritual intelligence has been considered an important concept in studies in recent years. Spiritual intelligence, which is one of the mental capacities contributing to the cognitive and emotional competencies of individuals and providing them with values such as self-knowledge and mastery in mental states, also plays an important role in the work performance of salespeople. In this study, which reveals the role of spiritual intelligence in brands' sales and/or customer orientation depending on their understanding and goals, it is seen that spiritual intelligence does not assume a regulatory role but an important mediating role
Analyzing Gastronomy Influencers' Views about Gastronomy Tourism
Get PDFIn recent years, there has been a growing interest towards gastronomic tourism worldwide. The unique gastronomic offerings of a destination are getting a pivotal attraction for travelers. This qualitative research aims to provide an assessment of how the gastronomy tourism was affected by Covid-19 and explore future trends and potential strategies for the growth of gastronomy tourism after pandemic from the perspective of gastronomy social media influencers in Turkey through in-depth interviews. The qualitative data was analyzed through thematic analysis with systematically condensing extensive text data into organized summaries of key findings. The findings demonstrate an understanding to determine what needs to stay the same and what needs to change after Covid-19 in order to promote the revival of gastronomy tourism. Findings highlights safety and socio-psychological needs of tourists, the role of social media, critics in adaptation to technology, new trends and economic conditions, emphasizing the growing demand for local and authentic experiences. The original aspect of this research is that it presents a holistic perspective by investigating influencers’ views on all the parts and stakeholders of gastronomy tourism and its future, considering the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic
The Symmetric and Asymmetric Relationship between the Ratio of Non-Performing loans and the Return on Equity: Evidence from Borsa Istanbul
Get PDFThe ratio of non-performing loans is an important indicator that reveals banks' success in credit management. With the increase in this ratio, the profitability of banks is adversely affected. This study investigates the short and long-term asymmetric relationship between non-performing loans and the return on equity of banks enlisted on the Borsa Istanbul (BIST) using quarterly data from 2008Q1-2017Q4. We have formulated four different models for each bank with ARDL and NARDL methods to test the relationship between selected variables. Empirical results show a long-term asymmetric relationship between ROE and NPLs for most banks in BIST
Turkey’s Global Standing in the Issuance of Green Sukuk for the Advancement of Islamic Green Finance
No full textThis study offers a comprehensive examination of the green sukuk concept and assesses Turkey’s role and potential within the Islamic green finance sector. Green sukuk, an instrument aligned with Islamic finance principles, is utilized to finance projects aimed at achieving environmental sustainability objectives. This financial instrument has emerged as a critical tool in addressing global environmental policy requirements and has secured a significant position within the Islamic finance domain. The literature review underscores the increasing prominence of green sukuk in global financial markets and provides an extensive discussion of its economic and environmental impacts. Although Turkey’s engagement with the green sukuk market is still in its nascent stages, it is recognized for its considerable growth potential. The study indicates that despite the relatively few green sukuk issuances in Turkey, there is a rising global interest and a discernible trend of market expansion in this area. The findings advocate for the enhancement of green sukuk as an effective instrument for financing green projects within Turkey. Furthermore, the study explores how green sukuk issuances can contribute to Turkey’s economic development objectives and environmental sustainability strategies. In conclusion, this study serves as a guide for identifying the strategic measures necessary for Turkey to establish itself as a competitive player in the global green sukuk market and makes a significant contribution to the existing academic literature on this topic
Analysis of the Phillips Curve for Turkiye: A Comparison of the Johansen Cointegration and Artificial Neural Network Models
Get PDFIn this study, the validity of the Phillips curve hypothesis is examined using the Johansen cointegration and artificial intelligence methods for the period of 2010-2022 in Türkiye, and the forecasting performance of the Phillips curve of these two models is compared. According to the Johansen cointegration model results a 1% increase in unemployment in the long run leads to a 0.854% decrease in consumer prices. This result supports the Phillips Curve hypothesis for the long run. Beside, the increase in oil prices in the long term was also determined as another factor that increased consumer prices. On the other hand, the error correction model shows that Phillips curve hypothesis is not valid in the short run. The modelling performance of the ANN regression is shown to be better than that of the Johansen modeling. The coefficient of determination values (R2), and other performance metrics namely mean absolute error, root mean square error and the mean absolute percentage error also verify the better forecasting performance of the artificial neural network model. In this context, the findings that can be obtained as a result of artificial intelligence modeling in the management of unemployment are considered to be important
A Quantitative Study to Determine the Motivations, Perceptions, And Behaviours of Participants in the Adana Orange Blossom Carnival
Get PDFThe study focuses on the motivations, perceptions, and behaviours of participants in the Adana Orange Blossom Carnival. The data was collected from 339 participants who did not reside in Adana but attended the carnival. The research was conducted using a quantitative research method, and the data was collected through a questionnaire. The questionnaire included statements about the reasons for attending the Adana Orange Blossom Carnival, its attractiveness, decision-making factors, satisfaction, behavioural intentions, and social media usage. It was found that the majority of participants attended the carnival as a social event with their friends or family. It was concluded that participants attended the event to have fun, spend enjoyable time with friends, gain experiences, and relieve stress. According to the findings, female find the carnival less attractive than male but have a higher perception of attending for the purpose of enjoyment. Another finding is that social media influences the decision to participate in the carnival. Participants believe that they are happy to attend the carnival and that their expectations are met. The findings demonstrate the significance of social media platforms as an important factor in contemporary event participation
The Impact of E-Satisfaction on E-Loyalty in Travel Agencies: A Research on Travel Agencies in Turkey: Travel Agencies, E-satisfaction, E-loyalty.
No full textIn today’s world, the widespread influence of the internet on every aspect of life has had its impact on the tourism sector, just like in many other industries. Travel agencies traditionally operating in the tourism sector have also adapted to technological advancements and shifted their operations to the online environment. Online travel agencies are gaining increasing demand in the tourism sector, and accordingly, they continue their activities in this direction. However, like many businesses, online travel agencies must provide quality service to their customers and ensure their satisfaction with the transactions they make. Consumer satisfaction, both in the traditional and online environments, is crucial for the long-term sustainability of a business. To survive in the industry, businesses must ensure the satisfaction, continuity, and loyalty of their consumers. This study aims to examine how e-satisfaction in online travel agencies affects e-loyalty, as evaluated by customers who have made purchases from online travel agencies in Turkey
Busy Boards and Firm Performance: Evidence from Turkey
Get PDFThe main goal of this research is to examine the correlation between busy boards and firm performance. In this regard, panel data analysis was used to examine the data of 212 non-financial firms that were traded on Borsa Istanbul between 2018 and 2021. Two distinct indicators are used to measure firm performance, the dependent variable of the study: Tobin's Q, which is based on the market, and return on assets (ROA), which is based on accounting. The main independent variable was busy boards, which was indicated by busy boards (BusyComm) and average board membership (AvrgDirectorship). The analysis's findings indicate that, although busy boards and market-based performance (Tobin's Q) are not significantly related, busy boards do positively and significantly affect accounting-based performance (ROA). The conclusions supported the reputation hypothesis that busy managers create value for the firm
Selecting the Most Economical Ship Type for the Marine Business Investor: A Hybrid Approach with PSI-PIPRECIA-COCOSO Methods
Get PDFThe demand for maritime transportation is rapidly increasing with the increase in trade between countries. Turkey's increasing import and export figures enable the country to buy and send more products. This increase has caused a significant increase in the number of ship purchases by maritime companies operating in Turkey. However, this situation indicates that there are deficiencies in choosing the most appropriate ship type for the investments to be made by ship operator investors. The ship selection process is of critical importance for investors to minimize their costs and increase the profitability of their investments. In this study, a hybrid approach was developed using F.PSI-PIPRECIA-CoCoSo methods in choosing the most economical ship type for maritime companies operating in maritime transportation. The research analyzes this data by collecting data through surveys on different ship types and the criteria effective in their selection. The findings show that criteria such as operating costs, environmental impact, income potential and efficiency are at the forefront among ship types. Within the framework of the findings obtained, ships used for energy purposes were determined as the best ship type to invest in. LPG tankers came in second and oil tankers came in third. As a result, this study presents a methodology that will assist maritime transportation investors in selecting the most economically suitable ship type and shows similarities and differences with studies in literature. The developed hybrid method draws attention with its applicability and effectiveness in decision-making processes and functions as a tool to support investors' strategic decisions
A Sectoral Overview on the Integrated Reporting Practices in Turkey
Get PDFIn Turkey, it has become an obligatory practice for companies listed in Borsa Istanbul (BIST), brokerage firms and portfolio management companies to make financial reporting in the period starting from 2005. Financial reporting means that companies share their financial information in order to support decision-making processes for both current and potential investors, fund holders and all kinds of creditors. Along with financial reporting, the results obtained regarding the economic activities of the companies and the results of these activities are shared with the public. Today, it is seen that investor expectations regarding companies are not only economic and an understanding that takes into account the environmental and social effects of companies has been adopted. As a result, it is possible for companies to integrate non-financial reporting practices into their existing financial reporting processes and make integrated reporting. Integrated reporting provides financial information users with information about the financial status of companies, as well as their environmental impacts and social and corporate governance practices. Integrated reporting, which enables the information presented to financial information users to be more transparent and accurate, also ensures that corporate reporting is carried out in a healthier and more effective manner. In this study, the development process of integrated reporting both in the world and in Turkey has been discussed; and also the current situation has been determined. By examining the integrated reports published in Turkey on a sectoral basis, it has been observed that the number of integrated reports published over the years has increased.
Key words: ESG, financial reporting, non-financial reporting, integrated reporting.
JEL Codes: M41, O1