Managerial Ability Research Articles

Predictors of Nurses' Job Satisfaction in Home Care Settings: Findings From the AIDOMUS-IT Study.

Nurses' job satisfaction in hospitals is fundamental for the quality of care and the safety of patients. However, sociodemographic trends require moving care to patients' homes, and the predictors of job satisfaction for nurses working in the home care settings remain largely unknown. Therefore, the aim of this study was to investigate job satisfaction of nurses working in Italian home care settings and its determinants. Multicenter observational cross-sectional study. This study was conducted in the districts of 70 local health authorities in Italy. Data on the characteristics of the organization and nurses were collected. Nursing job satisfaction was evaluated on a four-point scale ranging from "very satisfied" to "very dissatisfied." Additionally, the following variables were assessed: workload, quality of leadership, work-private life conflict, burnout symptoms, possibility for development, staffing and resource adequacy, nurse manager ability, safety climate, and teamwork climate. A logistic regression analysis was conducted to identify factors influencing job satisfaction. Only organizational variables had a predictive value for nurses' job satisfaction. Workload (OR = 1.01; p = 0.033), work-private life conflict (OR = 1.02; p < 0.001), burnout (OR = 1.02; p < 0.001), and staffing inadequacy (OR = 1.44; p = 0.003) predicted higher levels of nurse dissatisfaction. Instead, high-quality leadership (OR = 0.981; p < 0.001), possibility for development (OR = 0.973; p < 0.001), and good teamwork climate (OR = 0.994; p = 0.003) were predictors of better levels of satisfaction. This study suggested that home care nurses are generally satisfied with their jobs. To enhance job satisfaction, it is essential to improve nurses' work environment, the leadership quality and ensure professional development. Our results are globally relevant as they contribute to the limited evidence available on this topic in home care settings. This study emphasizes the need of measuring nurses' job satisfaction and implementing interventions to promote healthy work environments.

The Impact of Managerial Ability and Overconfidence on Firm Risk-taking: The Moderating Role of Corporate Governance Efficiency

The Impact of Managerial Ability and Overconfidence on Firm Risk-taking: The Moderating Role of Corporate Governance Efficiency

Dividend policies and managerial ability beyond financial constraints: insights from China

Managerial ability plays a key role in the development and performance of a business and, implicitly, in corporate financing decisions and dividend opportunities. This study builds on the contradictory literature arguments related to dividend policies and analyses the influence of managerial ability and financial constraints on cash dividends, considering a comprehensive perspective of dividends expressed as both accounting and market measures of payout, yield, and growth in the context of the Chinese financial market. Alternative empirical estimations on a sample of 18,011 firm-year data of Chinese A-share listed companies between 2010 and 2019 indicate that managerial ability has a positive influence over cash dividend distribution, enhancing shareholders’ returns and the attractiveness of the companies on the financial market. The effect of managerial ability is challenged by the financial constraints’ conditions and state ownership. These results contribute to corporate and regulatory dividend policies, illustrating the importance of understanding the role of managerial influence on dividend decisions.

Managerial Ability and Labor Investment

Managerial Ability and Labor Investment

Auditor Reputation Moderates the Effect of Managerial Ability and Executive Overconfidence on Goodwill Impairment

Auditor Reputation Moderates the Effect of Managerial Ability and Executive Overconfidence on Goodwill Impairment

Poor Nurses' Work Environment Increases Quiet Quitting and Reduces Work Engagement: A Cross-Sectional Study in Greece.

Background/Objectives: The nursing work environment, encompassing accessible resources and established processes, might affect nurses' professional behavior. Our aim was to examine the effect of nurses' work environments on quiet quitting and work engagement among nurses. Methods: We performed a cross-sectional study with nurses in Greece. We used the "Practice Environment Scale-5" to measure nurses' work environments, the "Quiet Quitting Scale" to measure quiet quitting, and the "Utrecht Work Engagement Scale-3" to measure work engagement among nurses. We developed multivariable regression models adjusted for gender, age, understaffed wards, shift work, and work experience. Results: The study population included 425 nurses. The mean age of the nurses was 41.1 years. After controlling for confounders, we found that lower nurse participation in hospital affairs, less collegial nurse-physician relationships, worse nursing foundations for quality of care, and lower levels of nurse manager ability, leadership, and support were associated with higher levels of quiet quitting among nurses. Moreover, our multivariable analysis identified a positive association between nurse manager ability, leadership, and support, collegial nurse-physician relationships, nursing foundations for quality of care, and work engagement among nurses. Conclusions: Our findings highlight the poor work environment, elevated levels of quiet quitting, and moderate work engagement among nurses. Moreover, we found that a poor nurses' work environment was associated with higher levels of quiet quitting. Moreover, our findings showed that nurses' work environments had a positive impact on work engagement. The ongoing endeavor to enhance all aspects of nurses' working conditions by healthcare organization administrations is essential for optimizing nurses' performance, facilitating organizational operations, and ensuring service quality.

The Influence of Innovative Leadership Ability, Managerial Ability, Work Behavior, and Work Commitment on Work Productivity at Elementary Schools in Lebak Regency

This study examines the influence of innovative leadership ability, managerial ability, work behavior, and work commitment on the work productivity of elementary school teachers in Lebak Regency. Using a quantitative approach and multiple linear regression analysis, this study finds that innovative leadership and work commitment have significant effects on teacher work productivity. The study also shows that these variables are correlated in creating a productive and innovative learning environment. This research provides practical insights for elementary school administrators in Lebak Regency regarding the importance of the principal's role in enhancing work productivity through innovative managerial approaches.

Managerial Ability and Green Innovation: The Moderating Effect of Directors’ and Officers’ Insurance in China

Managerial Ability and Green Innovation: The Moderating Effect of Directors’ and Officers’ Insurance in China

Exploring the Quality of Care and the Nursing Practice Environment in Saudi Arabia

The practice environment significantly influences healthcare quality, particularly in nursing. In Saudi Arabia, the quality of nursing services faces challenges due to a high ratio of expatriate nurses and unique workplace conditions. This study analyzes the Nursing Work Index Scale (NWIS) to evaluate the Practice Environment Scale (PES) and its subscales. Additionally, it explores the relationship between demographic variables and subscale outcomes. A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted using a self-administered questionnaire distributed to 573 staff nurses in a public hospital (1200-bed capacity) managed by the Ministry of Health. Data was collected in October 2021, with 384 nurses responding. The PES-NWIS was utilized to measure nurses' perceptions of their work environment on a four-point scale. The overall mean score for the PES-NWIS was 2.94 (SD ± 0.753), with all five subscale scores exceeding the midpoint of 2.5. The highest scores were observed for "Nursing Foundations for Quality of Care" (3.02, SD ± 0.753), followed by "Collegial Nurse–Physician Relations" (2.99, SD ± 0.822), and "Nurse Manager Ability, Leadership, and Support" (2.98, SD ± 0.819). The lowest score was for "Staffing and Resource Adequacy" (2.56, SD ± 0.993). A healthy work environment positively impacts nursing outcomes and healthcare quality. Promoting a supportive nursing practice environment benefits patients, nurses, and the broader healthcare team, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions in Saudi hospitals.

Defined‐benefit pension plan funding: Does managerial ability matter?

AbstractWe examine the impact of managerial ability on defined‐benefit pension plans in US firms and find that plan funding levels increase with their sponsors' managerial ability. The finding is robust to various model specifications and control for endogeneity. Further analyses show that high‐ability managers make higher employer contributions and adopt more conservative and prudent plan assumptions and investment strategies, and that their pension management is value‐enhancing. We conclude that more able managers are cognisant of obligations toward pension beneficiaries and fulfil such obligations with better‐funded plans, which ultimately benefits shareholders.

Commercial Plant Nurseries in Kerala, India: A Critical Analysis of Key Success Drivers

This study investigates the factors that are pivotal to the success of commercial plant nurseries in Kerala, with a focus on keydimensions impacting agribusiness performance. The study had been conducted among the plant nursery entrepreneurs in three districts of Kerala i.e. Thiruvananthapuram, Thrissur, and Wayanad. Among the five primary dimensions analyzed for the study, social responsibility emerged as the most significant contributor to success, followed by employment and customer-related dimensions. The findings indicated that most respondents demonstrated moderate to high levels of success, i.e.,61.1%, with fewer falling into the low-performance category. Principal Component Analysis (PCA) identified eight core factors shaping nursery success, which include influence and competence, social capital, financial acumen, achievement motivation, community and asset, self-driven leadership, self independence, and creativity and the total variance explained by PCA is 68%. It was observed that older entrepreneurstended to have limited use of mass media tools, such as the internet and mobile technology, and exhibited lower managerial capacity which undermined their ability to handle operational and employee-related challenges. In summary, social responsibility dimension played a critical role in the success of agribusiness ventures, complemented by strategies focused on employment and customer engagement. The study highlights the importance of entrepreneurial traits and factors such as influence and competence factor, social capital factor, financial acumen factor in the success of commercial plant nurseries, which calls for framing more policies oriented towards formulating&amp; imparting softskill development training programs to nursery entrepreneursinimproving the leadership skills and managerial ability.

Flexible or rigid? Evidence on managerial ability and cost structure

AbstractThis study investigates the association between managerial ability and cost rigidity. Cost rigidity refers to the relative proportion of fixed and variable costs. We expect that high‐ability managers will assess the potential upside congestion and downside default risks and choose an appropriate level of cost rigidity accordingly. Our results show that, on average, high‐ability managers tend to adopt a more rigid cost structure because they are more likely to realize favorable demand, and therefore, they retain higher capacity with more fixed inputs to alleviate potential congestion risk. We further document that firms with high‐ability managers will exhibit a higher (lower) level of cost rigidity when facing higher congestion risk (default risk). Our results are robust to using a propensity score matching method, a CEO turnover subsample, and alternative measures of cost rigidity and managerial ability. Taken together, this study suggests that firms' capacity management choices vary with the level of managerial ability.

The Effect of Managerial Ability on Risk Reporting in Indonesia: Evidence for Energy and Palm Oil Companies

Abstract Risk reporting is a critical aspect of risk management for energy and palm oil companies as they address complex industry challenges. This article examines the influence of management ability on risk reporting in both industries. The results show that managerial ability has an impact on credit risk assessment, risk behavior, financial reporting, timeliness, stock price crash risk, and tax results. Management’s discretionary disclosure behavior allows it to exercise subjectivity in determining both the content and manner of disclosure. This research identifies a risk reporting factor associated with competent managers that indicates their desire to disclose risk-related information in annual reports in highly competitive markets. This work complements previous research on competent managers in competitive markets and provides valuable insights into the risk reporting practices of highly skilled managers in such environments.

Transactional Analysis as A Tool for Managing Remote Employees: The Application of Psychological “Hungers” Analysis

The article examines the continued relevance of Transactional Analysis (TA) as a tool for addressing challenges faced by managers in the modern workplace. The authors focus specifically on the rise of remote work arrangements, which became much more common after the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. The article analyzes how this new working arrangement affects the ability of managers to satisfy the needs of their employees. To do this, the authors use Eric Berne’s concept of three basic psychological hungers or needs: stimulation, recognition, and structure.

The Impact of Acquisitions on Firms' Financial Health: An Analysis of Managerial Ability

The Impact of Acquisitions on Firms' Financial Health: An Analysis of Managerial Ability

Enhancing entrepreneurial intentions through managerial skill development in university students: Global review

This review investigates the relationship between managerial skills and an entrepreneurial intention in university students, as well as how universities may help them pursue their business and startup goals. It discovered that excellent managerial abilities and entrepreneurial motivation are critical to success. Universities can assist students build these talents through courses, incubators, and mentorship. Students can be prepared for pioneering entrepreneurial jobs through programs that emphasize strategic planning, leadership, problem solving, and networking and relationship management.

Human Resource Management in the Batik Industry: Evaluating the Role of Training and Development in Indonesia

The article titled Human Resource Management in the Batik Industry: Evaluating the Role of Training and Development in Indonesia" examines the impact of training and development programs on the competencies and productivity of workers in Indonesia's batik industry, primarily composed of micro, small, and medium enterprises. By analyzing qualitative data from literature over the past decade, the study highlights the benefits of human resource development through targeted training programs. These programs aim to enhance technical skills, managerial abilities, and innovative capacities among batik artisans. The findings indicate that effective training contributes to increased productivity, product quality, and competitiveness of batik MSMEs, ultimately supporting both local economic development and the preservation of Indonesia's cultural heritage. This research underscores the need for sustainable human resource practices in the batik industry to maintain its cultural significance and economic viability.

Research on Factors Influencing Enterprise Resilience from the Perspective of Capability —Configuration Analysis Based on fsQCA

The healthy development of the real economy is crucial for achieving high-quality development goals, maintaining economic stability, and enhancing international competitiveness. However, globalization and rapid changes in the market environment have introduced significant uncertainties, posing new challenges to enterprise operations. Consequently, improving enterprise resilience has become an increasingly important concern for managers. The 42 manufacturing companies that were the first to recover their performance from major impact events will become the research sample. The fuzzy-set Qualitative Comparative Analysis (fsQCA) method will be used to analyze the influencing factors of enterprise resilience from the perspective of capability. According to this analysis, there is a strong correlation between enterprise resilience and multiple indicators. Furthermore, combinations of different influencing factors can exhibit high resilience results. The analysis identifies three pathways: “efficient operation and resource buffer type,” “financial stability and leadership-driven type,” and “cash flow-driven type.” which provide a reference path for manufacturing enterprises to enhance their resilience. In addition, the conclusion indicates that innovation capability is not a necessary condition for affecting the resilience of enterprises. Only when z-score and managerial abilities complement each other can the resilience of the enterprise be enhanced.

National innovation policy, entrepreneurial activity, managerial ability and green innovation of agribusinesses

This study examines the impact of national innovation policy on the breakthrough green innovation capabilities of agribusiness firms. Despite the global shift toward sustainable development and innovation-driven strategies, research on the mechanisms through which national policies influence green innovation in the agricultural sector is limited. By investigating the mediating role of urban entrepreneurial activity and the moderating effect of managerial ability, this study provides novel insights into the complex relationships among policy, entrepreneurship, and innovation in agribusiness. The findings contribute to the theoretical understanding of green innovation capabilities and offer valuable insights for policymakers to promote sustainable development in the agricultural sector. Furthermore, this study unveils asymmetric effects across ownership types and regions, emphasizing the need for targeted policy interventions. By bridging these research gaps, this study significantly advances the knowledge of green innovation in agribusiness and informs evidence-based policymaking for an increasingly sustainable future.

Managerial Ability of the Members of Agnigarh Producer Company Limited in Sonitpur District of Assam with Reference to Commercial Litchi Production

Farmer Producer Company is a company formed by a group of farmers who are producers come together to form a company. The present investigation was conducted out with the objective to measure the managerial ability of the members of Agnigarh Producer Company Limited in Sonitpur district of Assam with reference to commercial litchi production. Agnigarh Producer Company Limited was selected purposively, as the Farmer Producer Company dealing with commercial litchi production was operating in this district. A sample of 80 respondents was chosen from 13 selected villages in Sonitpur district using a proportionate random sampling method. To assess the managerial ability of the FPC members, the Managerial Ability Scale created by Jadav (2005) was used. The findings of the study revealed that majority of the respondents (43.75%) belonged to middle aged category with higher secondary level of formal education (41.25%). Majority of respondents (41.25%) belonged to small size of operational land holdings category and (60.00%) had medium level of litchi yield index with medium level of farm mechanization (70.00%) and medium level of irrigated area under litchi cultivation (77.50%). Majority of them (80.00%) had medium level of farm wage payment related to litchi cultivation with (53.75%) of respondents had medium level of experience in litchi cultivation. Whereas (63.75%) of respondents had medium level of attitude towards modern agriculture with high level of training exposure (50.00%). The findings revealed that the majority of the respondents (61.25%) had medium level of managerial ability index.