Work Culture Research Articles

Undoing cultural studies: cultural economy at the Open University (1979–1997)

ABSTRACT This introduction article establishes the territory for the Symposium What Was Cultural Economy? After setting out the reasoning behind the collection and its eight contributions, the introduction describes the terms on which the ‘cultural economy’ concept was launched, within the Open University’s Faculty of Social Sciences, at the end of the 1990s. Noting the collective work involved, I highlight the role of Stuart Hall, and the brand of cultural studies he represents, as a key vector. Hall’s position as totemic public intellectual obscures his work as a teacher, curriculum designer and colleague, channelling the ‘cultural turn’ through this internal academic context. As such, I also stress the OU’s course team model of intellectual production, drawing from recent historiography on workshops as devices for the practice of collective intellectual and cultural work, coupling this to the figure of the ‘vanishing mediator’ as a driver of material and symbolic transformation. I then move to sketch out some of the key interpersonal relations, institutional contexts and intellectual trajectories through which cultural economy was first formulated. In conclusion, I ask what implications this little history might hold for a present-day journal engaged in the workshopping of ideas at increasingly international scale.

Optimizing the Application of International Classification Standards of Function, Disability & Health (ICF) Cases Musculosceletal Disorders in Employees Permata Hospital Bekasi

Optimal health services are an absolute requirement for government administrators and private parties. Optimizing health services can be done through innovation, to bring services closer to the community, more easily accessible, higher quality and cheaper. The application of innovation is expected to make communication between medical personnel better, each individual is encouraged to work more quickly, precisely and carefully, and innovation is expected to give birth to a better work culture. The direct service to the community that is quite highlighted is health services. On this basis, we carry out service interventions in the form of workshops and mentoring for PERMATA BEKASI Hospital employees to further optimize service innovation. The workshops carried out included the latest ICF (Japan) international standard assessment system that can be applied in Indonesian health services, Optimizing Employees in preventing Musculosceletal disorder problems and Implementing and optimizing the addition of Dry needle services for Musculosceletal disorder cases. The activity was carried out on June 29 2024. Before conducting the workshop, service innovations that had been implemented were identified. As a result, the residency, which previously had been appealed to several international hospitals, including Japan and Thailand, is still in the process of standardization efforts carried out by countries whose index of health services or hospitals can be an example and motivation.

Nurses' cultural competence and its impact on work engagement and teamwork in community medical centers healthcare network in Central California, USA

This study explores the relationship between nurses' cultural competence and their work engagement and teamwork in hospitals at a tertiary private medical center in Central California. Using a correlational method, data were collected from 357 nurses, primarily female, aged 37-38, and of Asian descent. The Self-Assessment Cultural Competence Checklist, Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (WES-9), and Nursing Teamwork Scale (NTS) were used to measure these variables. Pearson’s correlation analysis revealed a positive association between cultural competence, work engagement, and teamwork, indicating that differences in beliefs can enhance collaboration and team cohesion among healthcare workers from diverse backgrounds. These findings highlight the importance of cultural competence in fostering effective teamwork and relationships in a multicultural healthcare environment.

ЭФФЕКТИВНЫЕ ОБРАЗОВАТЕЛЬНЫЕ УСЛОВИЯ ДЛЯ ОБУЧЕНИЯ ИНОСТРАННЫХ СТУДЕНТОВ РУССКОМУ ЯЗЫКУ

The article discusses some aspects of the practical study of the Russian language by foreign students and students in preparatory courses. Practice has shown that special attention should be paid to spelling issues. It is suggested of using algorithmized rules of the Russian language, including graphically presented ones. It is emphasized that the algorithms presented graphically have both clarity, simplicity and convenience of solving spelling problems, as well as additional communication capabilities. The features of the algorithmic approach in the training of students from Ghana, Congo, Yemen, Iraq, as well as Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan are reported. The flowcharts of specific spelling rules of the Russian language are given. Aspects of the organization of cultural and linguistic work with foreign students are also considered. Attention is drawn to examples of events in which, in a creative learning atmosphere, foreign students solve problems of Russian spelling adapted to language training. The article draws attention to a certain difficulty associated not only with the complexity of Russian spelling, which is quite understandable, but also with the difficulty of writing Russian letters unusual for foreign listeners.

Features of Ukrainian cultural sphere adaptation to the conditions of the Russo-Ukrainian War (based on data of UCF survey)

Since the problems of the Ukrainian cultural sphere in the context of war are usually studied in relation to consumers of cultural products, the article emphasizes the expediency of studying the state of culture from the point of view of its direct creators. Using the author’s methodology and on the basis of empirical study, the article highlights the peculiarities of the Ukrainian cultural organizations and cultural figures’ adaptation to the сrisis provoked by russia’s armed aggression. The key factors of cultural organizations and creative industries’ successful adaptation to the war conditions are identified. The survival strategy of cultural workers and institutions can be described as cost savings, along with maintaining activities, creating new products and services, and taking active measures to attract additional funding. It is concluded that adaptation does not always take active forms and is not necessarily associated with positive changes in the organization. Often, adaptability is only the result of passive adaptation to the conditions of war. Special attention is paid to the analysis of changes in the level of adaptability of cultural organizations in the dynamics (from November 2022 to December 2023). Despite the fact that the adaptability index tends to increase in comparison with 2022, there is an increase in neutral assessments of the prospects of their organizations and a decrease in positive expectations among respondents. Based on the respondents’ answers, matrices of motivational and demotivational factors of adaptability were constructed. This allowed us to distinguish adapted and non-adapted organizations and workers and the primary obstacles to adaptation. The results of the study show that cultural institutions need support from the state but the specifics of the request depend on the legal form of the organizations. Groups with high and low levels of adaptability were identified, which requires the development of additional support programs for vulnerable cultural organizations and cultural figures.

Workplace inclusion in higher education philanthropy

Positive workplace inclusion is important for any business today, but especially so for higher education philanthropy. Higher education philanthropy suffers from high turnover and lack of diversity, making successful workplace inclusion urgent. Higher education philanthropy exacerbates low diversity and high turnover through education bias, compensation and opportunity imbalance, work culture expectations that favour in-group members, low task interdependency, isolation from co-workers, low support from leadership, and burnout. To address the primary challenge of turnover, this paper proposes unit-level measures that higher education philanthropy offices might use to increase inclusion, promote diversity and improve work group performance and morale.

Implementation of Character Education Through 5S Work Culture Training For Students of Vocational High School (SMKN I) Gunung Sindur, Bogor, West Java, Indonesia

Implementation of Character Education Through 5S Work Culture Training For Students of Vocational High School (SMKN I) Gunung Sindur, Bogor, West Java, Indonesia

Medical Investigation into the Alleged Poisoning of Crown Prince Sohyeon: Who Killed Crown Prince Sohyeon?

Crown Prince Sohyeon (1612-1645) was the eldest son of King Injo, the 16th monarch of the Joseon Dynasty. Following the defeat in the Manchu Invasion of Korea (1636-1637), he was taken as a hostage to Qing China along with his younger brother, Prince Bongrim (later King Hyojong), and returned to Joseon after eight years in 1645. He died in the same year without ascending to the throne. Allegations of his poisoning emerged based on entries in the Annals of the Joseon Dynasty, leading to widespread acceptance of the poisoning theory and the creation of various cultural works. Although scholars of traditional Korean medicine have published papers suggesting a disease-related death, no thorough medical analysis has been conducted. This study aims to review historical documents to analyze the medical history of Crown Prince Sohyeon and ascertain his cause of death. The study found that Prince Sohyeon began experiencing respiratory, digestive, and urinary symptoms during his time as a hostage in Qing China. The symptoms included fever, cough, dyspnea, thick saliva, thirst, loss of taste, postprandial fatigue, abdominal pain, and dizziness, which persisted even after he returned to Joseon. He eventually succumbed to what appears to have been a respiratory illness characterized by persistent fever and dyspnea. Based on the documented symptoms, it is hypothesized that the cause of death was sepsis. However, given the chronic nature of the symptoms, an underlying autoimmune or metabolic disorder is also suspected as the primary cause, although this cannot be confirmed from the available historical records.

Does Cultural Regeneration Work? : The Tate Gallery Liverpool and the Greater Albert Dock Re-development

Does Cultural Regeneration Work? : The Tate Gallery Liverpool and the Greater Albert Dock Re-development

Handmade Porcelain in Jingdezhen：Research on Intangible Cultural Heritage from the Perspective of Identity Construction and Cultural Identity, China

Jingdezhen, known as the porcelain capital of China, has a glorious history of porcelain making for thousands of years, which has given birth to countless outstanding craftsmen. Jingdezhen handmade ceramics embody distinct national and regional characteristics and are important representatives of traditional handicrafts. Its "hand-made porcelain skills" and "traditional porcelain kiln workshop construction skills" were included in the first batch of China's national intangible cultural heritage list in 2006, marking the start of the intangible inheritance and protection of hand-made porcelain. Today, China's intangible cultural heritage protection work has made significant progress. However, in-depth research on the inheritors of "intangible cultural heritage" still has a long way to go. This study uses identity construction and cultural identity as the framework, focusing on the intangible inheritors of Jingdezhen handmade porcelain. It aims to explain the process of their identity construction and cultural identity. The research comprehensively uses field surveys, literature reviews, case analysis and other methods, and goes deep into the workshops. , the studio communicates face-to-face with intangible cultural heritage inheritors, and provides comprehensive research results for the protection and development of intangible cultural heritage inheritors of Jingdezhen handmade porcelain.

Mapping the Trajectory of Popular Culture: From Rock Album Narratives to Video Game Transmediality

Popular culture is not a coherent concept; it lacks an organic whole and is subject to change. It is neither fixed nor concrete, with its modus operandi rooted in everyday life. It does not possess a definitive meaning, as it is constantly being redefined and reevaluated, and the canon of pop culture works is continually expanding. During its heyday in the 1960s, pop culture evolved, shaping both its passive and active roles. The passive (mass) aspect reflects a tendency to act as a “mirror” of reality, as it is and as it should be, adding a certain degree of glamour within the entertainment industry, major Hollywood productions, and politically correct celebrities. The active aspect relies on the potential for social action within pop culture. Pop culture has become capable of supporting and leading significant cultural changes, such as in music, film, literature, and shifting social attitudes toward war and destruction, family, religion, and other critical issues since the 1960s. In the 21st century, the activity, vitality, and relevance of pop culture are based on technology, AI, and video gaming. Other narratives become allusive and outdated, yet they still define the modes of life of the era. This paper aims to first investigate and define the trajectory of popular culture and, consequently, to project the future directions and modalities we can expect, considering the increasing significance and impact of popular culture juxtaposed with elite culture.

Influence of Intellectual Intelligence on Organizational Commitment with Work Culture as An Intervening Variable in BPJS Kisaran City Branch and Padang Sidempuan Branch Padang Sidempuan

Influence of Intellectual Intelligence on Organizational Commitment with Work Culture as An Intervening Variable in BPJS Kisaran City Branch and Padang Sidempuan Branch Padang Sidempuan

Cultural values, risk characteristics, and risk perceptions of controversial issues: How does cultural theory work?

Cultural theory and the psychometric paradigm are two frameworks proposed to explain risk perceptions, mostly used independently of each other. On the one hand, psychometric research identified key characteristics of hazards responsible for their level of perceived riskiness. On the other hand, cultural studies provided evidence that different worldviews lead to divergent perceptions of risk in a way supportive of individuals' cultural values. The purpose of this research was to combine both approaches into mediational models in which cultural values impact risk perceptions of controversial hazards through their influence on the characteristics associated with those hazards. Using data from an online survey completed by 629 French participants, findings indicated specific associations between cultural values and risk characteristics, both of them exhibiting effects on risk perceptions that depend largely on hazardous issues. More specifically, we found that people confer specific characteristics on hazards (common or dreadful, beneficial or costly, affecting few or many people), depending on whether they are hierarchists-individualists, egalitarians, or fatalists; in turn, such characteristics have an impact on the perceived riskiness of hazards such as cannabis, social movement, global warming, genetically modified organisms, nuclear power, public transportation, and coronavirus. Finally, this article discussed the interest of addressing the mechanisms that explain how cultural values shape individuals' perceptions of risk.

The Influence of Emotional Intelligence, Work Environment, and Work Culture on Employee Performance at the Office of Investment and Integrated One-Stop Service, Bantaeng Regency

The Influence of Emotional Intelligence, Work Environment, and Work Culture on Employee Performance at the Office of Investment and Integrated One-Stop Service, Bantaeng Regency

Unveiling workplace safety and health empowerment: Unraveling the key elements influencing occupational injuries

Introduction: Millions of workers globally experience work-related injuries, leading to fatalities, injuries, job loss, and wider societal implications. This study utilizes both the U.S. database and the General Social Survey (GSS) to delve into the factors linked to occupational injuries. Methods: In this study, 30 questions from the GSS between 2002 and 2014 were used. The sample included 5,914 workers from various sectors, distributed between both female and male, and were of 18 years and above. The analysis encompasses several dimensions: demographics, job-related characteristics, administrative factors, and health and safety measures. The study particularly focuses on assessing the prevalence of three common work-related injuries: nonfatal injuries, back pain and arm pain. Logistic regression models were constructed to gauge the effects of identified factors. Results: Significant insights emerge from the analysis. Factors such as age, gender, race, working hours, overtime work, trust in management, coworker support, and workflow smoothness were identified as having notable impacts on work-related injuries. For each model, the study quantifies these impacts through odds ratio and relative effects. For example, in the nonfatal injuries model, the relative effects of age showed that workers aged 65 years or older experience a 2.56% decrease in the frequency of nonfatal injuries compared to younger workers. Furthermore, in the back pain model, the estimated odds of having back pain in males are 0.90 lower than that in females. Moreover, in the arm pain model, workers who have sufficient time to complete their tasks have estimated odds of experiencing arm pain that are 0.85 lower than those who don’t have adequate time, etc. Conclusions: Understanding the intricate interplay of various factors influencing workers’ safety and health is vital for addressing occupational injuries. By addressing these factors, there’s potential for reducing work-related injuries, enhancing work environment, and minimizing costs. Practical Applications: Organizations can use the study’s findings for reducing work related injuries. Flexible work arrangements, tailored training programs, and ergonomic improvements might highlight factors such as age, gender, and working hours. Enhancing communication, fostering a positive work culture, and prioritizing safety and health measures could reduce risks associated with trusting management and coworker support. Cost-benefit analysis and continuous monitoring ensure these interventions’ effectiveness, reduce back and hand pain incidents, minimize cost, and create safer workplaces, thereby boosting the overall well-being of workers and organizational success.

Unequal Ground: Gender Disparities at Work Life in the Construction Industry

This research intends to explore how gender impacts different aspects of the quality of work life, emotional intelligence, and the work–family interface among professionals in the Indian construction industry. This study employs quantitative methodology using a questionnaire survey. The questionnaires were circulated to 900 construction professionals, and 724 valid responses were received, resulting in a response rate of 80.44%. The data were analyzed using descriptive analysis and independent sample t-Tests. The independent samples t-Test revealed significant (p < 0.05) gender disparities in various quality of work life factors, emotional intelligence, and work–family interface. Males had a more positive perception of career growth, management, and the working environment. In contrast, females experienced higher job satisfaction, work commitment, personal satisfaction towards their workplace and personal life, a higher work–family interface, and a better work–life balance. Females also experienced a higher level of physical exhaustion and had a higher level of emotional intelligence, while males experienced a higher level of mental exhaustion. There were no significant gender differences in satisfaction towards remuneration and fringe benefits, work culture, or the level of psychological exhaustion. The findings suggest that construction industry organizations could implement policies and practices that promote equal opportunities, provide support for work–family integration, and foster a culture of emotional intelligence. This research adds to the current body of knowledge by igniting novel empirical proof of gender-based differences in the Indian construction industry. It highlights the importance of addressing these disparities to improve the quality of work life, emotional intelligence, and work–family interface among professionals in the industry.

Pengaruh Kepemimpinan Transformasional dan Budaya Kerja Terhadap Kinerja Guru Melalui Motivasi Kerja di Sekolah Dasar Gugus 01 Sugihwaras Bojonegoro

The purpose of this study is to describe, test, and analyze the effects of Transformational Leadership and work culture on teacher performance, both directly and indirectly through teacher motivation, at Elementary School Cluster 01 Sugihwaras Bojonegoro. This research employs a quantitative approach, with a sample of 61 teachers selected using census sampling. Data collection was carried out through questionnaires and documentation, and the analysis used Partial Least Squares (PLS). The findings indicate that performance, motivation, transformational leadership, and organizational culture are all rated very high. Transformational leadership and organizational culture have a significant positive effect on teacher motivation. Organizational culture significantly impacts teacher performance, while transformational leadership does not have a direct significant effect on teacher performance. However, transformational leadership significantly affects teacher performance through motivation, and organizational culture significantly impacts teacher performance both directly and through motivation.

Employee Turnover in Pharmaceutical Industry of Bangladesh: Leading Factors, Impact and Retention Strategies

People is the prime asset of an organization that can make the business successful among the competitors. The success of an organization largely depends on its ability to attract and retain the talent employees to be devoted for the business. When the employee turnover rate becomes higher, the organization might lose its human capital, more specifically, skilled and trained human resources to its competitors which incurs both replacement costs and a competitive loss. This research, thus studied the key factors influencing employee turnover intention and also its impact on business of Pharmaceutical Industry of Bangladesh. The sample units are taken from three leading pharmaceutical companies of Bangladesh. Self-developed semi-structured survey questionnaires applying purposive sampling techniques were distributed to the 110 respondents out of which only 100 were valid and used for data analysis. Quantitative data was analyzed by the use of descriptive statistical methods. Furthermore, the study also interviewed a good number of human resource heads working in the Pharmaceutical Industry of Bangladesh by convenient sampling techniques. The study reveals that Salary & Benefits, Reward & Recognition, Career Progression Opportunity and Supervisor’s Behavior are the dominant factors of employee turnover in the pharmaceutical industry of Bangladesh. Job security, Job design and Organization climate are other factors that employees do consider for their departure from the organization. The study also explores that employee turnover has an impact on key indicators of organizational performance such as employer branding, revenue growth, productivity, moral & culture and quality of work. The study recommended a good number of strategies for improving the employee retention in pharmaceutical industry.

Identifying the Components of Organizational Culture in Hospital Environments: A Qualitative Study

Background: Weak organizational culture is one of the main factors of inefficiency in hospitals. Identifying the type of organizational culture of hospitals is an important step in increasing productivity. Therefore, this study was conducted with the aim of identifying the components of organizational culture. Methods: This qualitative study was conducted in Shahid Sadoughi Hospital in Yazd in 1400. The statistical population included the nurses of Shahid Sadoughi Hospital in Yazd. The sampling method used in this study was purposive and snowball sampling. To collect data, semi-structured interviews were used. The content analysis method was used to analyze the texts using MAXQDA version 10 software. Results: In this study, 13 experts were interviewed. The results of the data analysis showed that the 11 main components of organizational culture at Yazd University of Medical Sciences are rational, ideological, agreement and participation, hierarchical, constructive, passive, work and open culture, club, stronghold, flexible, Learner, and value orientation. Conclusion: The identified components of organizational culture can help healthcare managers and policymakers to improve service quality, job satisfaction, and organizational commitment of employees, improve organizational performance, and increase patient satisfaction.

Impact of mindfulness dimensions on work engagement among white-collar employees during the new normal in Malaysia

This study examines the impact of mindfulness dimensions on work engagement among white-collar employees during the new normal in Malaysia. Employees today feel disengaged from their company in an environment where productivity and performance are critical. Research has indicated that elevated mindfulness levels have positive effects on the workplace and are a strong indicator of employee engagement. Previous studies have not thoroughly examined the impact of various facets of mindfulness on employee work engagement following the pandemic. This study investigated the impact of the four dimensions of mindfulness on employee engagement. This study was based on positivist philosophy and a deductive approach. Data for this quantitative study came from 227 employees in Malaysia's private sector who were employed in white-collar jobs. We gathered the primary data using a survey strategy and a self-administered questionnaire. The study's findings demonstrate a positive and significant relationship between work engagement and the four dimensions of mindfulness. More specifically, work engagement was most impacted by the mindfulness acceptance dimension, followed by the mindfulness awareness dimension. The study provided implications for both employers and employees regarding organizational programs aimed at enhancing mindfulness and work engagement, particularly in light of emerging work trends like remote work culture. This study expanded on the understanding of mindfulness at work for future researchers by looking at how mindfulness affects work engagement for white-collar workers and provided fresh insights, such as the greatest influence of the mindfulness-acceptance dimension.