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Gender and Digital Rights: An Empirical Study Among Young Entrepreneurs

by Marisa Fariña-Sánchez and Elba Gutiérrez-Santiuste

Adm. Sci. 2025, 15(1), 12; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci15010012 (registering DOI) - 30 Dec 2024

Digital rights have been little studied from a gender perspective until now. This research analyses, from a gender perspective, the characteristics of young entrepreneurs, the use of social media in their entrepreneurial projects, and their observance of digital rights. It uses a descriptive [...] Read more.

Digital rights have been little studied from a gender perspective until now. This research analyses, from a gender perspective, the characteristics of young entrepreneurs, the use of social media in their entrepreneurial projects, and their observance of digital rights. It uses a descriptive methodology based on the analysis of 144 successful cases of youth entrepreneurship. Percentage analysis and Chi-Square tests were carried out to determine gender differences. The results reveal that most of the entrepreneurial projects are led by men. The sectors of choice for female entrepreneurs seem to be, among others, the manufacturing industry and health activities. The most used social media are websites and Facebook. Overall, no statistically significant gender differences were found in terms of respect for digital rights. The results of this study point to the need to design and develop training actions aimed at gender equity in youth entrepreneurship and training in the observance and respect of digital rights. The results of this study have social implications insofar as they highlight the differences between genders in the development of entrepreneurial projects and the importance of protecting and respecting digital rights in social media, as established by international standards. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Emerging Trends in Innovative Learning Environments and Entrepreneurial Learning)

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Creative Performance of Millennials and Generation Z: What Matters More, Intrinsic or Extrinsic Rewards?

by Shwetha M. Krishna and Somya Agrawal

Adm. Sci. 2025, 15(1), 11; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci15010011 (registering DOI) - 28 Dec 2024

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Millennials and Gen Z now dominate the global workforce, each with distinct reward preferences influencing motivation and creativity. Understanding these distinctions is critical for improving employee retention and performance. This research aims to evaluate the efficacy of intrinsic and extrinsic rewards for both [...] Read more.

Millennials and Gen Z now dominate the global workforce, each with distinct reward preferences influencing motivation and creativity. Understanding these distinctions is critical for improving employee retention and performance. This research aims to evaluate the efficacy of intrinsic and extrinsic rewards for both cohorts. The main goals are to determine reward preferences, examine the mediation effects of moral importance of work and learning attitudes, and assess their impact on creative performance. Using online survey, data were collected from 319 individuals in India and analysed using confirmatory factor analysis and structural equation modelling. Results show that while intrinsic rewards were not significantly related to the moral importance of work for either generation, extrinsic rewards were linked to moral importance only for Gen Z. Extrinsic rewards also had no significant impact on learning attitudes for Gen Z, but they did for millennials. Additionally, the moral importance of work was unrelated to creative performance for millennials, but it had a significant impact on Generation Z. By examining these dynamics, this study aims to provide insights into generational shifts in workplace values in the Indian context, highlighting implications for employee’s creative performance that align with each generation’s unique priorities and ethical considerations. Full article

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Strategies for the Promotion of Regenerative Tourism: Hospitality Communities as Niches for Tourism Innovation

by Blanca Miedes-Ugarte and David Flores-Ruiz

Adm. Sci. 2025, 15(1), 10; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci15010010 - 27 Dec 2024

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Regenerative tourism has emerged as a critical evolution from traditional approaches to sustainable tourism, which have proven insufficient to address contemporary environmental, social, and economic challenges. This study examines the case of ‘Aves de la Sierra’ in Huelva, Spain, a pioneering initiative that [...] Read more.

Regenerative tourism has emerged as a critical evolution from traditional approaches to sustainable tourism, which have proven insufficient to address contemporary environmental, social, and economic challenges. This study examines the case of ‘Aves de la Sierra’ in Huelva, Spain, a pioneering initiative that integrates ecosystem regeneration and community revitalisation as the core of its regenerative tourism proposal. Through the analytical theoretical framework of the Multi-Level Change Perspective (MLP) and transformative innovation, it analyses how local communities consolidate themselves as niches of innovation in regenerative tourism, autonomously managing their resources and narrative. The results of this action research process reveal a number of findings that can serve as a starting point for the dynamisation and development of other regenerative tourism experiences. These include the need for public policies aimed at strengthening these innovation niches through collaborative networks, organisational learning, and adequate funding. This article also contributes to narrowing the gap between theory and experience in regenerative tourism. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Challenges and Future Trends of Tourism Management)

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A Bibliometric Analysis on the Impact of Internal Communication in Post-Pandemic Corporate Environments: A Transversal Survey of Trends and Developments in the Scientific Literature

by Alba Puigvert-Santoro, Nuria Arimany-Serrat and Elisenda Tarrats-Pons

Adm. Sci. 2025, 15(1), 9; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci15010009 - 26 Dec 2024

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The emergence of COVID-19 has boosted internal communication as a central axis in the corporate environment, establishing itself as a key trend in 2024. This article examines the evolution and impact of internal communication in the business world since the appearance of the [...] Read more.

The emergence of COVID-19 has boosted internal communication as a central axis in the corporate environment, establishing itself as a key trend in 2024. This article examines the evolution and impact of internal communication in the business world since the appearance of the mentioned virus, with an analysis of selected publications in the months following the pandemic until the present in Scopus and the Web of Science. Through this study, the importance of internal communication in promoting well-being and effective leadership is highlighted, as well as its impact on transforming work practices and corporate culture, offering a detailed understanding of its benefits and added value for both organizations and employees. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Workers’ Psychophysical Health and Engagement in Hybrid Contexts: How to Build Sustainable Organizations amidst the Technological Revolution)

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Sculpting Leadership on Employees’ Craft: The Conceptual Framework and Measure of Crafting Leadership

by Ferdinando Paolo Santarpia, Laura Borgogni, Giulia Cantonetti and Sara Brecciaroli

Adm. Sci. 2025, 15(1), 8; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci15010008 - 26 Dec 2024

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Organizations are questioning the effectiveness of one-size-fits-all leadership approaches in managing and developing employees. This article proposes that leaders can support employees in crafting their work experience. By integrating the behavioral domains conducive to job crafting, the Michelangelo model and the leadership for [...] Read more.

Organizations are questioning the effectiveness of one-size-fits-all leadership approaches in managing and developing employees. This article proposes that leaders can support employees in crafting their work experience. By integrating the behavioral domains conducive to job crafting, the Michelangelo model and the leadership for organizational adaptability framework, we introduce the crafting leadership model—a behavioral style where leaders adapt their behaviors to employees’ characteristics to co-construct their fit at work and foster the development of both people and organizations—providing a conceptual foundation for identifying its key behavioral facets and highlighting its unique value compared to existing leadership styles. We developed and validated a questionnaire using structural equation modeling. In Study 1 (N = 2137) and Study 2 (N = 1507), the questionnaire was tested for factor structure, reliability, discriminant, and predictive validity. The results supported a higher-order structure of crafting leadership, underlying three distinct behavioral facets: tailoring, person–organization alignment, and catalyst. Results revealed that crafting leadership (a) was distinct from strength-based, servant, and transformational leadership and (b) correlated with and explained additional variance in employee outcomes, namely needs–supplies fit, meaningful work, job-crafting behaviors, work engagement, and turnover intentions. Implications for research and practice are discussed. Full article

(This article belongs to the Section Leadership)

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Timid Inaction in Nascent Entrepreneurship: Evidence from the State of Florida

by Donovan Collier, Ravi Chinta and Daewoo Park

Adm. Sci. 2025, 15(1), 7; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci15010007 - 25 Dec 2024

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Though significant research has been conducted on the subject of entrepreneurship, comparatively little empirical research has been done on factors that influence nascent entrepreneurship. Focused on nascent entrepreneurship or pre- startup stages, this study empirically examines the relationship between one’s self-confidence in starting [...] Read more.

Though significant research has been conducted on the subject of entrepreneurship, comparatively little empirical research has been done on factors that influence nascent entrepreneurship. Focused on nascent entrepreneurship or pre- startup stages, this study empirically examines the relationship between one’s self-confidence in starting a new business and entrepreneurial intentions. Additionally, the mediating and moderating effects of perceived barriers to entrepreneurship are tested in this study. The research is based on primary data from the largest survey (sample size of 1245) ever done in the state of Florida on nascent entrepreneurship. Data analyses utilize the Andrew Hayes macro, an addition to the SPSS regression analyses, to test the mediating effects of perceived barriers. Results show a statistically significant and positive effect of self-efficacy on entrepreneurial intentions. Perceived barriers to entrepreneurship have a mediating effect that weakens the impact of self-efficacy on entrepreneurial intentions. At very high levels of perceived barriers, the promoting effect of self-efficacy on entrepreneurial intentions disappears completely. This is empirical proof for the inhibiting nature of perceived barriers in entrepreneurship. The paper concludes with several implications and limitations of the study. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Inclusive Ventures: Navigating Entrepreneurial Ecosystems & Economic Policies for Black and Minority Entrepreneurs)

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Influential Theories of Economics in Shaping Sustainable Development Concepts

by Faruque As Sunny, Eila Jeronen and Juping Lan

Adm. Sci. 2025, 15(1), 6; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci15010006 - 25 Dec 2024

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This study explores the pivotal role of theories of economics in shaping the multifaceted concept of sustainable development and integrates economic, social, and environmental dimensions. It traces the intellectual trajectory of classical, neoclassical, and contemporary economic paradigms, analysing their contributions to sustainability-oriented policies [...] Read more.

This study explores the pivotal role of theories of economics in shaping the multifaceted concept of sustainable development and integrates economic, social, and environmental dimensions. It traces the intellectual trajectory of classical, neoclassical, and contemporary economic paradigms, analysing their contributions to sustainability-oriented policies and practices. The study critically analyses key concepts, including equitable income redistribution, resource stewardship, and ecological preservation. It contrasts liberal and dependency theories while also comparing insights from environmental and ecological economics. Employing a rigorous literature review and comparative analytical methodology, the study bridges the theoretical foundations with real-world applications, illustrating the dynamic interplay between theories of economics and sustainability imperatives. The findings elucidate the dichotomy between weak and strong sustainability frameworks, advocating for ethical and interdisciplinary approaches to policymaking. By offering a comprehensive synthesis of the most influential theories of economics and sustainable development practices, this study provides profound insights for policymakers, academics, and practitioners seeking to address pressing global challenges through informed and integrative strategies. Full article

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Silencing Mechanisms in Academia: Towards Collaborative Innovation to Support Critical Social Science

by Mustafa F. Özbilgin and Cihat Erbil

Adm. Sci. 2025, 15(1), 5; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci15010005 - 25 Dec 2024

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Critical social science (CSS) is a framework of social science that questions uneven relations of power to achieve transformative change towards equitable social outcomes. Scholars who pursue CSS are often politically and socially engaged to promote social progress, which puts them in direct [...] Read more.

Critical social science (CSS) is a framework of social science that questions uneven relations of power to achieve transformative change towards equitable social outcomes. Scholars who pursue CSS are often politically and socially engaged to promote social progress, which puts them in direct conflict with hierarchies and hegemonic structures of power. As a result, CSS and scholars in this tradition have been the target of backlash that seeks to silence CSS in academia. We explain three dominant silencing mechanisms in academia that frame the backlash and attacks against CSS. Theorising collaborative innovation, we offer multilevel and inclusive design and solidarity as possible venues for resistance against the ongoing purge of CSS, which undermines autonomy, freedom of speech, and equality in academia. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Navigating New Horizons in Organization Theory: Emerging Trends and Innovative Perspectives)

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Influence of Perceived Legitimacy and Perceived Value of Professional Association Members on Attitudinal Loyalty

by María-Elena Sánchez-del-Río-Vázquez, Carlos Rodríguez-Rad, Manuel Orta-Pérez and Maria-Ángeles Revilla-Camacho

Adm. Sci. 2025, 15(1), 4; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci15010004 - 25 Dec 2024

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This article explores the discoveries related to organizational legitimacy, focusing on its three key types: pragmatic, moral, and cognitive. It examines how perceived value plays a crucial role in the generation of legitimacy and its direct impact on attitudinal loyalty. The study, based [...] Read more.

This article explores the discoveries related to organizational legitimacy, focusing on its three key types: pragmatic, moral, and cognitive. It examines how perceived value plays a crucial role in the generation of legitimacy and its direct impact on attitudinal loyalty. The study, based on a survey of 156 members of the Professional Association of Economists of Seville, demonstrates the significant influence of perceived value and legitimacy on the three dimensions of organizational legitimacy and attitudinal loyalty. Based on the findings, the paper recommends a management approach that emphasizes perceived value to reinforce legitimacy, which in turn strengthens loyalty. Another important contribution of our work is that it fills a gap in the literature related to professional association membership loyalty and its antecedents. Further research is suggested to investigate the causes and effects of legitimacy in different organizational contexts. Full article

(This article belongs to the Section Strategic Management)

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The Situation of Social Cooperatives in Small Villages in Hungary

by Katalin Lipták

Adm. Sci. 2025, 15(1), 3; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci15010003 - 24 Dec 2024

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Social cooperatives, which are an important pillar of the solidarity economy, have become increasingly popular and common in Hungary over the past 10 years, especially in disadvantaged settlements, where the administrative burden of public employment is outsourced to social cooperatives. Analyzing social cooperatives [...] Read more.

Social cooperatives, which are an important pillar of the solidarity economy, have become increasingly popular and common in Hungary over the past 10 years, especially in disadvantaged settlements, where the administrative burden of public employment is outsourced to social cooperatives. Analyzing social cooperatives in small villages is a relevant topic for local economic development. Of the 3155 settlements in Hungary, 1162 have a population of less than 500 inhabitants, i.e., small villages. In the spatial structure of Hungary, small villages tend to be located on the periphery, which is both the spatial and socio-economical peripheral position, with mostly disadvantaged inhabitants with low educational attainment and high unemployment. In these settlements, local communities can better understand what hinders and what helps their economies to grow and improve living standards by assessing their economic base. With this new knowledge, local communities can achieve results through strategically designed programs and projects that social cooperatives can join and help achieve. The methodology of the study is field research; we interviewed managers of the social cooperatives to learn about its operations and difficulties. The study described well-run and successful social cooperatives. In small villages, these cooperatives can be an important source of employment, even if the number of people employed is low. The experiences of the field research are presented in the form of recommendations for policymakers, as social cooperatives can be an important instrument of employment policy. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Current Challenges in Strategy and Public Policy)

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Unpacking the Entrepreneurship Education Conundrum: Lecturer Competency, Curriculum, and Pedagogy

by Chux Gervase Iwu, Eugine Tafadzwa Maziriri, Lucky Sibanda and Tendai Makwara

Adm. Sci. 2025, 15(1), 2; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci15010002 - 24 Dec 2024

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This qualitative study explores the complex landscape of entrepreneurship education by focusing on lecturer competency, entrepreneurship curriculum, and pedagogy. This study addresses critical gaps in the current literature by investigating key questions: ideal instructional approaches for entrepreneurship, essential components of the curriculum, providers [...] Read more.

This qualitative study explores the complex landscape of entrepreneurship education by focusing on lecturer competency, entrepreneurship curriculum, and pedagogy. This study addresses critical gaps in the current literature by investigating key questions: ideal instructional approaches for entrepreneurship, essential components of the curriculum, providers of entrepreneurial knowledge, and overarching strategies to foster entrepreneurship in higher education. Employing the Gioia methodology, this research adopted a qualitative inductive approach by collecting data from 14 participants actively engaged in entrepreneurship education and development across various South African universities. The findings highlight the diverse perspectives of academics and underscore the importance of collaborative and interactive teaching methods in preparing students for entrepreneurial challenges. This research contributes valuable insights to inform policy and practice in enhancing entrepreneurship education within South African higher education institutions (HEIs). Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Entrepreneurship for Economic Growth)

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Cybersecurity Practices and Supply Chain Performance: The Case of Jordanian Banks

by Saleh Fahed Al-Khatib, Yara Yousef Ibrahim and Mohammad Alnadi

Adm. Sci. 2025, 15(1), 1; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci15010001 - 24 Dec 2024

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This study explores the impact of cybersecurity practices on supply chain performance in the Jordanian banking sector. A survey was used to obtain data from managers and customers. Data from 40 managers’ and 250 digital banking customers’ surveys were collected, of which 220 [...] Read more.

This study explores the impact of cybersecurity practices on supply chain performance in the Jordanian banking sector. A survey was used to obtain data from managers and customers. Data from 40 managers’ and 250 digital banking customers’ surveys were collected, of which 220 were valid to be analyzed using IBM SPSS V26 and PLS-SEM V4; 30 responses were excluded due to invalidity issues such as zero standard deviation and outliers identified using Cook’s distance. This study empirically demonstrates the significant positive impact of cybersecurity practices on Jordanian banking supply chain performance. Specifically, the confidentiality, integrity, and availability dimensions strongly correlate with the banks’ supply chain performance. The results indicate that managers have a high degree of cybersecurity awareness and implementation, emphasizing the significance of regular cybersecurity practice training and discussions. Customers desired improved communication and explanation on cybersecurity issues from their banks despite being generally satisfied with cybersecurity. This study’s significant contribution lies in identifying the actual levels of cybersecurity practices and supply chain performance in the Jordanian banking sector and their interaction from both managers’ and customers’ perspectives. Future investigations into the long-term impacts of cybersecurity investments and the comparative examination of cybersecurity methods across other sectors or locations would benefit greatly from this research’s insightful findings. Practically, the results highlight the value of investing in cutting-edge cybersecurity measures, training staff, and effectively explaining procedures and protocols to clients. All of these measures together improve efficiency, trust, and collaboration throughout the banking supply chain. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Supply Chain in the New Business Environment)

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Measuring the Nexus Between Information Literacy, Creativity, and Lifelong Learning in Media Professionals

by Rozeen Shaukat, Muhammad Asif Naveed, Muhammad Zaheer Asghar, Hanna Järvenoja and Muhammad Uzair Ul Hassan

Adm. Sci. 2024, 14(12), 345; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci14120345 - 23 Dec 2024

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Information literacy (IL) plays an essential role in digital inclusion as it enables people to make use of the information available in multiple mediums on the Internet through digital devices. This study intends to examine the effect of IL on lifelong learning (LL) [...] Read more.

Information literacy (IL) plays an essential role in digital inclusion as it enables people to make use of the information available in multiple mediums on the Internet through digital devices. This study intends to examine the effect of IL on lifelong learning (LL) through the mediating role of creativity among news reporters in Pakistan using a quantitative research approach. The survey was conducted using an online questionnaire from the registered news reporters of press clubs in the four provinces and the federal territory of Islamabad, Pakistan. A total of 758 responses were received and analyzed using PLS-SEM. The results indicated that the IL of news reporters positively influenced their lifelong learning through both direct and indirect pathways. Furthermore, the nexus between IL and LL was influenced by the mediation of creativity. These findings have practical implications for academia and the media industry, highlighting the invaluable role of IL in enhancing lifelong learning and creativity to attain a sustainable competitive advantage. These results may inform educational programs for journalism students and existing journalists to impart IL skills. This research contributes to the available literature on workplace IL, especially in the context of media professionals. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Emerging Trends in Innovative Learning Environments and Entrepreneurial Learning)

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Amplifying Unheard Voices or Fueling Conflict? Exploring the Impact of Leader Narcissism and Workplace Bullying in the Tourism Industry

by Alaa M. S. Azazz, Ibrahim A. Elshaer, Mansour Alyahya, Tamer Ahmed Abdulaziz, Walaa Moustafa Elwardany and Sameh Fayyad

Adm. Sci. 2024, 14(12), 344; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci14120344 - 20 Dec 2024

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The hospitality industry, well-known for its energetic and people-intensive nature, frequently depends on effective leadership to motivate teamwork and safeguard sustainable operational success. Nevertheless, leadership approaches may significantly influence workplace dynamics and leader narcissism appears to be a probable disruptor. This study explores [...] Read more.

The hospitality industry, well-known for its energetic and people-intensive nature, frequently depends on effective leadership to motivate teamwork and safeguard sustainable operational success. Nevertheless, leadership approaches may significantly influence workplace dynamics and leader narcissism appears to be a probable disruptor. This study explores the dual-edged influence of leader narcissism in the hospitality industry, specifically in determining employee unheard voice behavior and bullying in the workplace. While leader narcissism can amplify unheard voices by nurturing an environment where staff feel forced to speak up, it can also fuel workplace conflict by generating toxic interactions and advancing bullying in the workplace. This research utilized a self-administrated questionnaire, collecting data from employees in five-star hotels and category (A) tourism companies in Cairo, Egypt, from May to August 2024 through a convenience sampling technique. Of the 425 distributed questionnaires, 394 valid responses were received, and Smart PLS-3.0 was employed for hypothesis testing. The study’s findings indicate that employee voice behavior positively influences workplace bullying. There exists a favorable correlation between employee voice behavior and leader narcissism. Moreover, leader narcissism is proven to have a positive relationship with workplace bullying. Leader narcissism was recognized as a mediating variable in the connection between employee voice behavior and workplace bullying. While previous research has investigated how these factors influence work-related outcomes in broader organizational settings, this study focuses on their implications in tourism and hospitality. Additionally, the study delves into how leader narcissism mediates the connection between employee voice behavior and workplace bullying in the tourism industry. By highlighting and exploring the complexities of leader narcissism and its influence on workplace interrelationships, this research paper may offer valuable insights for top managers, policymakers, and academics seeking to generate healthier and more productive workplace environments in the tourism industry. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Wellbeing and Healthy Work Relationships: From Theoretical Perspectives to Interventions—2nd Edition)

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The Role of Relationship Marketing and Brand Love Among Banking Consumers in an Emerging Market Context

by Jose Alberto Panduro-Ramirez, Miguel Angel Gallegos-Reyes, Miluska Villar-Guevara, Elizabeth Emperatriz García-Salirrosas and Israel Fernández-Mallma

Adm. Sci. 2024, 14(12), 343; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci14120343 - 20 Dec 2024

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Relationship marketing is a concept that focuses not only on increasing the volume of relationship transactions, but also on improving consumer perception. Therefore, this research aimed to evaluate the influence of relationship marketing dimensions on brand love. An explanatory study was conducted considering [...] Read more.

Relationship marketing is a concept that focuses not only on increasing the volume of relationship transactions, but also on improving consumer perception. Therefore, this research aimed to evaluate the influence of relationship marketing dimensions on brand love. An explanatory study was conducted considering 417 participants who confirmed their affiliation with a bank. Adults aged between 18 and 52 years participated in the study. Data were collected using a self-administered relationship marketing and brand love form, obtaining an adequate measurement model (α = between 0.842 and 0.908; CR = between 0.905 and 0.942; AVE = 0.679 and 0.845; VIFs = between 1.638 and 2.802). The theoretical model was evaluated using the Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM) method. According to the results, the hypotheses were confirmed, demonstrating the positive influence of trust (β = 0.40), commitment (β = 0.08), communication (β = 0.12), and conflict management (β = 0.08) on brand love. These results demonstrated that trust, as a dimension of relationship marketing, guarantees a greater contribution to the structural model. The implementation of relationship marketing practices and strategies that emphasize trust by banks can strengthen brand love and foster developing markets in an emerging economy. Although previous studies have analyzed some factors that influence brand love, the topic has not been examined from a relationship marketing perspective, which provides valuable insights for the banking industry, stakeholders, academy, and leaders in business administration. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Strategic Innovation and Emerging Markets: Trends, Issues and Future Directions)

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Employer Branding: How Current Employee Attitudes Attract Top Talent and New Customers

by Ha Thi Thao, Lisa Hyunjung Kim and Young-Ju Kim

Adm. Sci. 2024, 14(12), 342; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci14120342 - 20 Dec 2024

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Employer branding research has predominantly concentrated on cultivating a favorable image for prospective job applicants, with limited exploration of its effects on current employees. This study investigates how employer branding shapes the attitudes of existing employees—specifically job satisfaction, organizational identification, and organization-related sacrifice—and [...] Read more.

Employer branding research has predominantly concentrated on cultivating a favorable image for prospective job applicants, with limited exploration of its effects on current employees. This study investigates how employer branding shapes the attitudes of existing employees—specifically job satisfaction, organizational identification, and organization-related sacrifice—and examines how these attitudes influence employees’ word-of-mouth behavior toward both potential applicants and customers. Drawing on survey data from employees in Vietnam’s travel and hospitality sectors, the findings reveal that development, diversity, and reputation values significantly enhance employee attitudes, while economic value does not exert a notable influence. Additionally, job satisfaction, organizational identification, and organization-related sacrifice all positively affect word-of-mouth intentions toward potential applicants. However, organization-related sacrifice emerges as the sole factor significantly impacting word-of-mouth intentions toward customers. The study offers substantial theoretical contributions and practical implications, emphasizing the broader influence of employer branding on current employees’ advocacy behavior. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue The Psychology of Employee Motivation)

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Shaping Students’ Entrepreneurial Intentions into Actions: South African Lecturers’ Views on Teaching Strategies and the Ideal Educator

by Tendai Makwara, Chux Gervase Iwu, Lucky Sibanda and Eugine Tafadzwa Maziriri

Adm. Sci. 2024, 14(12), 341; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci14120341 - 20 Dec 2024

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For several decades, entrepreneurship education (EE) has been identified as vital for preparing students to succeed in a changing economic landscape. Specifically, EE shapes students’ entrepreneurial intentions into actions. Considering the evolving expectations from graduates, this study explores South African entrepreneurship educators’ perspectives [...] Read more.

For several decades, entrepreneurship education (EE) has been identified as vital for preparing students to succeed in a changing economic landscape. Specifically, EE shapes students’ entrepreneurial intentions into actions. Considering the evolving expectations from graduates, this study explores South African entrepreneurship educators’ perspectives regarding the ideal educator and effective teaching strategies to shape the development of students’ entrepreneurial intentions. This empirical qualitative study examines data collected from 14 entrepreneurship educators across various South African public higher education institutions, collected using an open-ended questionnaire. Thematic analysis revealed a strong consensus on the importance of real-world experience teaching and the limited integration of online methodologies in EE. The results also emphasized the need for educators to embody entrepreneurial qualities, such as practical experience and a hands-on approach, to foster students’ transition from intention to action. Despite the desire for more innovative, action-oriented teaching strategies, traditional teaching theory in entrepreneurship remains an essential modality in the EE framework. These findings suggest that effective EE practices should integrate experiential learning and innovative strategies while maintaining core theoretical foundations. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Moving from Entrepreneurial Intention to Behavior)

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Toxic Leadership and Turnover Intentions: The Role of Burnout Syndrome

by Abiúd Nunes and Ana Palma-Moreira

Adm. Sci. 2024, 14(12), 340; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci14120340 - 20 Dec 2024

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This study aimed to test the effect of toxic leadership on turnover intentions and whether burnout syndrome mediates this relationship. This study’s sample consists of 309 participants who work in organizations based in Portugal and Angola. The results indicate that toxic leadership positively [...] Read more.

This study aimed to test the effect of toxic leadership on turnover intentions and whether burnout syndrome mediates this relationship. This study’s sample consists of 309 participants who work in organizations based in Portugal and Angola. The results indicate that toxic leadership positively and significantly affects burnout syndrome and turnover intentions. As for burnout, only the disengagement dimension positively and significantly affects turnover intentions. Disengagement partially mediates the relationship between toxic leadership and turnover intentions for participants working in Portugal and a total mediation effect for participants working in Angola. Organizations should be concerned about the leadership style adopted by their leaders, because if there is a toxic leader, this will lead to burnout syndrome in their subordinates and cause them to leave the organization, since turnover intentions are the best predictor of voluntary departure from the organization. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue Wellbeing and Healthy Work Relationships: From Theoretical Perspectives to Interventions—2nd Edition)

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Voluntary Social Disclosure in an Emerging Country: The Case of Brazil

by José Vale, Ana Santos, Maria C. Tavares and Rui Bertuzi

Adm. Sci. 2024, 14(12), 339; https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci14120339 - 19 Dec 2024

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This study aims to assess the disclosure extent and quality, as well as the percentage of audited reports, of the Brazilian companies listed on the IBOVESPA stock exchange index and explore some factors that influence disclosure quality. A content analysis of 71 annual [...] Read more.

This study aims to assess the disclosure extent and quality, as well as the percentage of audited reports, of the Brazilian companies listed on the IBOVESPA stock exchange index and explore some factors that influence disclosure quality. A content analysis of 71 annual sustainability (or similar) and integrated reports was conducted, focused on the social dimension. Multiple linear regression was used to assess the relationship between the disclosure quality index and being audited by a Big Four company, the number of members on the board of directors, the use of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards in the preparation of the reports, and the type of industry. The results suggest that although the disclosure extent is reasonable, its quality is poor. In addition, considering its voluntary nature, the disclosure-auditing index is deemed satisfactory. The results also suggest that the disclosure quality of Brazilian companies is positively and significantly influenced by being audited by a Big Four company, by adopting the GRI standards, by the number of members composing the board of directors, and by belonging to the “Energy and utility” industry. This study contributes to the extant literature by assessing the disclosure extent and quality and the percentage of audited reports of companies in an emerging economy setting—Brazil—and exploring some factors which influence the disclosure quality in emerging countries’ companies, such as auditing by a Big Four company, which has thus far been unexplored. It also contributes to increasing the awareness of the theme among managers. Full article

(This article belongs to the Special Issue New Challenges in Accounting: Sustainability and the Sustainable Development Goals)

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