Gender traits in relation to work versus career salience
- Geldenhuys, Madelyn, Bosch, Anita, Jeewa, Shuaib, Koutris, Ioulia
- Authors: Geldenhuys, Madelyn , Bosch, Anita , Jeewa, Shuaib , Koutris, Ioulia
- Date: 2019
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/397474 , uj:33039 , Citation: Geldenhuys, M., Bosch, A., Jeewa, S. & Koutris, I., 2019, ‘Gender traits in relation to work versus career salience’, SA Journal of Industrial Psychology/SA Tydskrif vir Bedryfsielkunde 45(0), a1588. https://doi.org/10.4102/ sajip.v45i0.1588 , ISSN: (Online) 2071-0763, (Print) 0258-5200
- Description: Abstract: Orientation: The concepts of work- and career-role salience are used interchangeably, yet work focuses on the short-term aspect and career on the long-term aspect. Research purpose: We utilised gender traits, that is, masculinity, femininity and psychological androgyny, to find greater nuances in the salience of work versus career roles. We also set out to confirm the adapted factor structure of the revised Bem Sex Role Inventory (BSRI). Motivation for the study: Generally, self-reported sex is used to determine differences in role salience between men and women, as opposed to considering the gender roles people associate with. Research approach/design and method: A sample of 395 South African employees was used. Structural equation modelling and t-tests were applied. Main findings: We confirmed work- and career-role salience as distinct constructs. The factor structure of the revised BSRI holds for this study. With regard to gender traits, femininity decreased work-role salience, while psychological androgyny increased work-role salience. Masculinity had a direct effect on work-role salience while indirectly influencing career-role salience through work-role salience. Women were found to be significantly more feminine and psychologically androgynous than men. Practical/managerial implications: Utilising gender traits may have greater career guidance relevance for individuals than traditional approaches utilising differences between the sexes. Contribution/value-add: This study confirmed that work and career roles are to be viewed as separate constructs and that people may view the importance placed on work- and career-role salience differently. The study further contributes by including gender traits as a significant contributor to role salience.
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- Authors: Geldenhuys, Madelyn , Bosch, Anita , Jeewa, Shuaib , Koutris, Ioulia
- Date: 2019
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/397474 , uj:33039 , Citation: Geldenhuys, M., Bosch, A., Jeewa, S. & Koutris, I., 2019, ‘Gender traits in relation to work versus career salience’, SA Journal of Industrial Psychology/SA Tydskrif vir Bedryfsielkunde 45(0), a1588. https://doi.org/10.4102/ sajip.v45i0.1588 , ISSN: (Online) 2071-0763, (Print) 0258-5200
- Description: Abstract: Orientation: The concepts of work- and career-role salience are used interchangeably, yet work focuses on the short-term aspect and career on the long-term aspect. Research purpose: We utilised gender traits, that is, masculinity, femininity and psychological androgyny, to find greater nuances in the salience of work versus career roles. We also set out to confirm the adapted factor structure of the revised Bem Sex Role Inventory (BSRI). Motivation for the study: Generally, self-reported sex is used to determine differences in role salience between men and women, as opposed to considering the gender roles people associate with. Research approach/design and method: A sample of 395 South African employees was used. Structural equation modelling and t-tests were applied. Main findings: We confirmed work- and career-role salience as distinct constructs. The factor structure of the revised BSRI holds for this study. With regard to gender traits, femininity decreased work-role salience, while psychological androgyny increased work-role salience. Masculinity had a direct effect on work-role salience while indirectly influencing career-role salience through work-role salience. Women were found to be significantly more feminine and psychologically androgynous than men. Practical/managerial implications: Utilising gender traits may have greater career guidance relevance for individuals than traditional approaches utilising differences between the sexes. Contribution/value-add: This study confirmed that work and career roles are to be viewed as separate constructs and that people may view the importance placed on work- and career-role salience differently. The study further contributes by including gender traits as a significant contributor to role salience.
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How task, relational and cognitive crafting relate to job performance : a weekly diary study on the role of meaningfulness
- Geldenhuys, Madelyn, Bakker, Arnold B., Demerouti, Evangelia
- Authors: Geldenhuys, Madelyn , Bakker, Arnold B. , Demerouti, Evangelia
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Cognitive crafting , Job crafting , Job design
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/482469 , uj:43752 , Citation: Madelyn Geldenhuys , Arnold B. Bakker & Evangelia Demerouti (2021) How task, relational and cognitive crafting relate to job performance: a weekly diary study on the role of meaningfulness, European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology, 30:1, 83-94, DOI: 10.1080/1359432X.2020.1825378
- Description: Abstract: Job crafting has gained prominence in research and organizational practice as an important work behaviour that can cultivate positive workplace outcomes. The present study uses job crafting theory to argue that experienced meaningfulness plays a mediating role in the link between task, cognitive and relational crafting behaviours and peer-ratings of job performance over time. Additionally, this study validates the weekly version of the Job Crafting Questionnaire (JCQ). A total of 134 employees participated in a weekly diary study over the course of three weeks (N = 402 observations). Results of multilevel confirmatory factor analyses showed that the JCQ has a three-factor structure, and differentiates between task, cognitive and relational crafting. Consistent with predictions, cognitive crafting indirectly influenced both peer-rated in-role and extra-role performance through meaningfulness, while task crafting had a partial indirect relationship with peer-rated in-role performance. We also found that relational crafting significantly predicted peer-rated extra-role performance. In addition, crafting in previous weeks increased meaningfulness and job performance in subsequent weeks. We conclude that job crafting is an important means for improving individual and organizational outcomes and that cognitive crafting specifically is an important workplace behaviour in achieving meaningfulness at work.
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- Authors: Geldenhuys, Madelyn , Bakker, Arnold B. , Demerouti, Evangelia
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Cognitive crafting , Job crafting , Job design
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/482469 , uj:43752 , Citation: Madelyn Geldenhuys , Arnold B. Bakker & Evangelia Demerouti (2021) How task, relational and cognitive crafting relate to job performance: a weekly diary study on the role of meaningfulness, European Journal of Work and Organizational Psychology, 30:1, 83-94, DOI: 10.1080/1359432X.2020.1825378
- Description: Abstract: Job crafting has gained prominence in research and organizational practice as an important work behaviour that can cultivate positive workplace outcomes. The present study uses job crafting theory to argue that experienced meaningfulness plays a mediating role in the link between task, cognitive and relational crafting behaviours and peer-ratings of job performance over time. Additionally, this study validates the weekly version of the Job Crafting Questionnaire (JCQ). A total of 134 employees participated in a weekly diary study over the course of three weeks (N = 402 observations). Results of multilevel confirmatory factor analyses showed that the JCQ has a three-factor structure, and differentiates between task, cognitive and relational crafting. Consistent with predictions, cognitive crafting indirectly influenced both peer-rated in-role and extra-role performance through meaningfulness, while task crafting had a partial indirect relationship with peer-rated in-role performance. We also found that relational crafting significantly predicted peer-rated extra-role performance. In addition, crafting in previous weeks increased meaningfulness and job performance in subsequent weeks. We conclude that job crafting is an important means for improving individual and organizational outcomes and that cognitive crafting specifically is an important workplace behaviour in achieving meaningfulness at work.
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Mise en place : time management behaviour and flow within the hospitality training environment
- Geyser, Ita, Crous, Freddie, Geldenhuys, Madelyn
- Authors: Geyser, Ita , Crous, Freddie , Geldenhuys, Madelyn
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: TMB , Psychological well-being , Flow
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/275801 , uj:29484 , Citation: Geyser, I., Crous, F. & Geldenhuys, M. 2016. Mise en place : time management behaviour and flow within the hospitality training environment. African Journal of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure Volume 5 (1) - (2016) , ISSN: 2223-814X
- Description: Abstract: This study investigated the relationship between time management behaviour (TMB) and flow (optimal experience) which is a psychological well-being construct embedded in subjectivity within in the culinary training environment. Time constraints may have an adverse impact on a culinary student’s personal skill of his/her culinary ability. The construct of flow (optimal experience) refers to the state in which individuals are so intensely involved in an activity that nothing else seems to matter. The activity is so enjoyable that individuals will perform it for the sheer sake of doing it, even at great personal cost. A cross-sectional survey was conducted using a sample of n=229 students at a tertiary institution spanning across different ages, racial groups and education levels. Significant relationships were found between flow and TMB. The dimensions of TMB mediated through perceived control of time on flow. Successful TMB skills may be beneficial for increasing flow experiences within hospitality management which in turn could contribute to better work performance within the hospitality industry and should consequently be embedded in culinary training to enhance subsequent work performance.
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- Authors: Geyser, Ita , Crous, Freddie , Geldenhuys, Madelyn
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: TMB , Psychological well-being , Flow
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/275801 , uj:29484 , Citation: Geyser, I., Crous, F. & Geldenhuys, M. 2016. Mise en place : time management behaviour and flow within the hospitality training environment. African Journal of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure Volume 5 (1) - (2016) , ISSN: 2223-814X
- Description: Abstract: This study investigated the relationship between time management behaviour (TMB) and flow (optimal experience) which is a psychological well-being construct embedded in subjectivity within in the culinary training environment. Time constraints may have an adverse impact on a culinary student’s personal skill of his/her culinary ability. The construct of flow (optimal experience) refers to the state in which individuals are so intensely involved in an activity that nothing else seems to matter. The activity is so enjoyable that individuals will perform it for the sheer sake of doing it, even at great personal cost. A cross-sectional survey was conducted using a sample of n=229 students at a tertiary institution spanning across different ages, racial groups and education levels. Significant relationships were found between flow and TMB. The dimensions of TMB mediated through perceived control of time on flow. Successful TMB skills may be beneficial for increasing flow experiences within hospitality management which in turn could contribute to better work performance within the hospitality industry and should consequently be embedded in culinary training to enhance subsequent work performance.
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Positive interaction between work and home, and psychological availability on women’s work engagemen t: a ‘shortitudinal’ study
- Łaba, Karolina, Geldenhuys, Madelyn
- Authors: Łaba, Karolina , Geldenhuys, Madelyn
- Date: 2018
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/278401 , uj:29874 , Citation: Łaba, K., & Geldenhuys, M. (2018). Positive interaction between work and home, and psychological availability on women’s work engagement: A ‘shortitudinal’ study. SA Journal of Industrial Psychology/SA Tydskrif vir Bedryfsielkunde, 44(0), a1538. https://doi.org/ 10.4102/sajip.v44i0.1538 , ISSN: (Online) 2071-0763
- Description: Abstract: Orientation: Women’s work engagement is affected by how well they balance their work and personal life, and their level of confidence in their capability at work. Research purpose: Determine whether women’s daily psychological availability mediates daily positive work-home interaction and daily positive home-work interaction on daily work engagement. Motivation for the study: Research into negative work–home and home–work interaction is in abundance. Limited studies focus on the positive effects on women’s experiences at work (i.e. work engagement). Little is known about women’s psychological availability and how it affects their work. Furthermore, little research provides us insights into the day-level experiences of women at work. Research approach/design and method: A quantitative, shortitudinal design was used. Data analyses accounted for multilevel structure in the data (within-person vs. between-person differences). Female employees (n = 60) from various industries in Gauteng, completed electronic diaries in the form of a survey for 10 consecutive working days. Main findings: Daily psychological availability mediates between daily positive work-home interaction and daily work engagement. Daily positive home-work interaction did not predict daily work engagement, but had a significant effect on daily psychological availability. Practical/managerial implications: Examining systems and structures that promote opportunities for women to become more psychologically available at work impacts their sustainable retention. Contribution/value-add: This study found significant relationships between day-level uses of personal resources and spillover effects of home-work and work-home on day-level work engagement. The study further contributes to the literature on positive work–home and home–work interaction.
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- Authors: Łaba, Karolina , Geldenhuys, Madelyn
- Date: 2018
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/278401 , uj:29874 , Citation: Łaba, K., & Geldenhuys, M. (2018). Positive interaction between work and home, and psychological availability on women’s work engagement: A ‘shortitudinal’ study. SA Journal of Industrial Psychology/SA Tydskrif vir Bedryfsielkunde, 44(0), a1538. https://doi.org/ 10.4102/sajip.v44i0.1538 , ISSN: (Online) 2071-0763
- Description: Abstract: Orientation: Women’s work engagement is affected by how well they balance their work and personal life, and their level of confidence in their capability at work. Research purpose: Determine whether women’s daily psychological availability mediates daily positive work-home interaction and daily positive home-work interaction on daily work engagement. Motivation for the study: Research into negative work–home and home–work interaction is in abundance. Limited studies focus on the positive effects on women’s experiences at work (i.e. work engagement). Little is known about women’s psychological availability and how it affects their work. Furthermore, little research provides us insights into the day-level experiences of women at work. Research approach/design and method: A quantitative, shortitudinal design was used. Data analyses accounted for multilevel structure in the data (within-person vs. between-person differences). Female employees (n = 60) from various industries in Gauteng, completed electronic diaries in the form of a survey for 10 consecutive working days. Main findings: Daily psychological availability mediates between daily positive work-home interaction and daily work engagement. Daily positive home-work interaction did not predict daily work engagement, but had a significant effect on daily psychological availability. Practical/managerial implications: Examining systems and structures that promote opportunities for women to become more psychologically available at work impacts their sustainable retention. Contribution/value-add: This study found significant relationships between day-level uses of personal resources and spillover effects of home-work and work-home on day-level work engagement. The study further contributes to the literature on positive work–home and home–work interaction.
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Regulating emotions at work : the role of emotional intelligence in the process of conflict, job crafting and performance
- Sloan, Monique, Geldenhuys, Madelyn
- Authors: Sloan, Monique , Geldenhuys, Madelyn
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Self-focused emotional intelligence , Other-focused emotional intelligence , Task and relational conflict
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/482478 , uj:43753 , Citation: Sloan, M., & Geldenhuys, M. (2021). Regulating emotions at work: The role of emotional intelligence in the process of conflict, job crafting and performance. SA Journal of Industrial Psychology/SA Tydskrif vir Bedryfsielkunde, 47(0), a1875. https://doi. org/10.4102/sajip.v47i0.1875 , ISSN: (Online) 2071-0763
- Description: Abstract: Orientation: This study aimed to investigate the role of emotional intelligence (EQ) in the process of workplace conflict, job crafting and job performance. Research purpose: To explore the relationship between self-focused EQ, task conflict, task crafting and in-role performance, as well as the relationship between other-focused EQ, relational conflict, relational crafting and extra-role performance. Motivation for the study: Peer relationships and conflict may have an impact on work performance and enabling employees to manage relationships and conflict at work and may contribute to better overall productivity. Research approach/design and method: A quantitative research design with cross-sectional analysis utilising PROCESS moderated mediation was followed in this study. The sample consisted of 293 employees across various industries in South Africa. Main findings: The results showed that task crafting mediates the relationship between task conflict and in-role performance, whilst self-focused EQ moderated the relationship between task conflict, task crafting and in-role performance in the second stage. Relational crafting further mediated the relationship between task conflict and extra-role performance. Practical/managerial implications: The study shows that job crafting is important for managing conflict on performance, whilst recognising self-focused EQ as an important predisposition to initiate self-driven behaviour that employees embark on in order to perform well. Contribution/value-add: By analysing these relationships, organisations may better equip their employees with the internal resources needed to perform. Furthermore, an investigation into emotion regulation methods combined with proactive workplace behaviours increases our understanding of how to support and promote positive interactions and proactivity at work.
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- Authors: Sloan, Monique , Geldenhuys, Madelyn
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Self-focused emotional intelligence , Other-focused emotional intelligence , Task and relational conflict
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/482478 , uj:43753 , Citation: Sloan, M., & Geldenhuys, M. (2021). Regulating emotions at work: The role of emotional intelligence in the process of conflict, job crafting and performance. SA Journal of Industrial Psychology/SA Tydskrif vir Bedryfsielkunde, 47(0), a1875. https://doi. org/10.4102/sajip.v47i0.1875 , ISSN: (Online) 2071-0763
- Description: Abstract: Orientation: This study aimed to investigate the role of emotional intelligence (EQ) in the process of workplace conflict, job crafting and job performance. Research purpose: To explore the relationship between self-focused EQ, task conflict, task crafting and in-role performance, as well as the relationship between other-focused EQ, relational conflict, relational crafting and extra-role performance. Motivation for the study: Peer relationships and conflict may have an impact on work performance and enabling employees to manage relationships and conflict at work and may contribute to better overall productivity. Research approach/design and method: A quantitative research design with cross-sectional analysis utilising PROCESS moderated mediation was followed in this study. The sample consisted of 293 employees across various industries in South Africa. Main findings: The results showed that task crafting mediates the relationship between task conflict and in-role performance, whilst self-focused EQ moderated the relationship between task conflict, task crafting and in-role performance in the second stage. Relational crafting further mediated the relationship between task conflict and extra-role performance. Practical/managerial implications: The study shows that job crafting is important for managing conflict on performance, whilst recognising self-focused EQ as an important predisposition to initiate self-driven behaviour that employees embark on in order to perform well. Contribution/value-add: By analysing these relationships, organisations may better equip their employees with the internal resources needed to perform. Furthermore, an investigation into emotion regulation methods combined with proactive workplace behaviours increases our understanding of how to support and promote positive interactions and proactivity at work.
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Technology and work-life conflict of academics in a South African higher education institution
- Kotecha, Kajal, Geldenhuys, Madelyn, Ukpere, Wilfred I.
- Authors: Kotecha, Kajal , Geldenhuys, Madelyn , Ukpere, Wilfred I.
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Work-life balance , Work-life conflict , Information and Communication Technology
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:5475 , ISSN 2039-9340 , ISSN 2039-2117 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/13451
- Description: The use of Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) to work after regular working hours has become prevalent in the academic profession. Although ICTs are known to enhance work flexibility, they also seem to encourage academics to use ICT devices after hours for work-related purposes. The objective of this study was to investigate the implications of technologyassisted supplemental work (TASW) on the work-life conflict (WLC) of academics. The moderating role of gender was also taken into consideration in investigating the relationship between TASW and WLC. The study adopted a quantitative research approach and made use of an online survey to collect data. The WLC scale and the TASW scale were used. The sample consisted of academics from a higher education in South Africa (n = 216). The results of the research revealed a significant relationship between TASW and WLC. TASW is a significant predictor of WLC. Furthermore, the results revealed that gender significantly moderated the relationship between TASW and WLC. This study contributes further knowledge to the emerging field of research relating to TASW in a South African context. This study also emphasises the implications of using ICTs and their potential to encourage academics to extend their working hours.This study therefore questions the benefits of this work flexibility that many academics are privileged to have from using ICTs
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- Authors: Kotecha, Kajal , Geldenhuys, Madelyn , Ukpere, Wilfred I.
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Work-life balance , Work-life conflict , Information and Communication Technology
- Type: Article
- Identifier: uj:5475 , ISSN 2039-9340 , ISSN 2039-2117 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/13451
- Description: The use of Information Communication Technologies (ICTs) to work after regular working hours has become prevalent in the academic profession. Although ICTs are known to enhance work flexibility, they also seem to encourage academics to use ICT devices after hours for work-related purposes. The objective of this study was to investigate the implications of technologyassisted supplemental work (TASW) on the work-life conflict (WLC) of academics. The moderating role of gender was also taken into consideration in investigating the relationship between TASW and WLC. The study adopted a quantitative research approach and made use of an online survey to collect data. The WLC scale and the TASW scale were used. The sample consisted of academics from a higher education in South Africa (n = 216). The results of the research revealed a significant relationship between TASW and WLC. TASW is a significant predictor of WLC. Furthermore, the results revealed that gender significantly moderated the relationship between TASW and WLC. This study contributes further knowledge to the emerging field of research relating to TASW in a South African context. This study also emphasises the implications of using ICTs and their potential to encourage academics to extend their working hours.This study therefore questions the benefits of this work flexibility that many academics are privileged to have from using ICTs
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The effect of family relationships on technology-assisted supplemental work and work-life conflict among academics
- Kotecha, Kajal, Ukpere, Wilfred, Geldenhuys, Madelyn
- Authors: Kotecha, Kajal , Ukpere, Wilfred , Geldenhuys, Madelyn
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Work-life conflict , Work-life balance , Family relationships
- Type: Journal
- Identifier: uj:5454 , ISSN 2039-2117 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/13430
- Description: There is a rising trend in the use of Information Communication Technology (ICT) by academics to work after regular working hours. The dual nature of ICTs enhances work flexibility and also encourages academics to use ICTs to engage in supplemental work practices. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of family relationships on technology assisted supplemental work and Work-Life Conflict (WLC) experienced by academics in a higher education institution in South Africa. Specifically, the moderating roles of marital status and children were taken into consideration in investigating the relationship between TASW and WLC. A quantitative research approach was adopted and an online survey was used collect data. The WLC scale and the TASW scale were as well used. The sample consisted of academics from a higher education in South Africa (n = 216). The results of the research revealed a significant relationship between TASW and WLC. TASW is a significant predictor of WLC. Furthermore, the results revealed that marital status and children significantly moderated the relationship between TASW and WLC. This study contributes further knowledge to the emerging field of research relating to TASW in a South African context. This study also emphasises the implications of using ICTs and their potential to encourage academics to extend their working hours. In particular, this study outlines the important role of marital status and children in influencing the relationship between TASW and WLC.
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- Authors: Kotecha, Kajal , Ukpere, Wilfred , Geldenhuys, Madelyn
- Date: 2014
- Subjects: Work-life conflict , Work-life balance , Family relationships
- Type: Journal
- Identifier: uj:5454 , ISSN 2039-2117 , http://hdl.handle.net/10210/13430
- Description: There is a rising trend in the use of Information Communication Technology (ICT) by academics to work after regular working hours. The dual nature of ICTs enhances work flexibility and also encourages academics to use ICTs to engage in supplemental work practices. The objective of this study was to investigate the effect of family relationships on technology assisted supplemental work and Work-Life Conflict (WLC) experienced by academics in a higher education institution in South Africa. Specifically, the moderating roles of marital status and children were taken into consideration in investigating the relationship between TASW and WLC. A quantitative research approach was adopted and an online survey was used collect data. The WLC scale and the TASW scale were as well used. The sample consisted of academics from a higher education in South Africa (n = 216). The results of the research revealed a significant relationship between TASW and WLC. TASW is a significant predictor of WLC. Furthermore, the results revealed that marital status and children significantly moderated the relationship between TASW and WLC. This study contributes further knowledge to the emerging field of research relating to TASW in a South African context. This study also emphasises the implications of using ICTs and their potential to encourage academics to extend their working hours. In particular, this study outlines the important role of marital status and children in influencing the relationship between TASW and WLC.
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The relationship between demographic variables and well-being of women in South African workplaces
- Geldenhuys, Madelyn, Henn, Carolina M.
- Authors: Geldenhuys, Madelyn , Henn, Carolina M.
- Date: 2017
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/240961 , uj:24800 , Citation: Geldenhuys, M., & Henn, C.M. (2017). The relationship between demographic variables and well-being of women in South African workplaces. SA Journal of Human Resource Management/SA Tydskrif vir Menslikehulpbronbestuur, 15(0), a683. https://doi. org/10.4102/sajhrm. v15i0.683 , ISSN: (Online) 2071-078X, (Print) 1683-7584
- Description: Abstract: Orientation: It is important to investigate the determinants of well-being among working women. Given the unique demographic diversity within the South African context, differences in the experience of well-being among women are expected. Purpose: The study investigated the effects of age, race, marital status and educational status on psychological meaningfulness, life satisfaction, work–family conflict and social support of working women. Motivation: With the increase of women in the workplace, there is a need for knowledge and understanding of the factors that influence the well-being of women. This study aims to investigate demographic variables as determinants of well-being among working women. Method: Cross-sectional surveys were used to gather data from a sample (n = 540) of women from various South African companies. The Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (UWES), the Psychological Meaningfulness Scale (PMS), the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS), the Work- Role Conflict Scale and the Job Demands Resources Scale (JDRS) were administered. Results: Significant relationships were found between life satisfaction, work-to-family conflict and work engagement, respectively, and marital status. Higher levels of education showed significant relationships with life satisfaction and work-to-family conflict. Being white showed significant positive relationships with life satisfaction, work-to-family conflict and work engagement. With regard to social support and psychological meaningfulness, race explained significant amounts of variance in psychological meaningfulness, as did age. Practical, managerial and methodological implications: The findings indicate that the experiences of well-being among women vary by age, race, marital status and educational status. It is therefore imperative that human resource practitioners appropriately measure these differences, accommodate them in policies through relevant supportive practices and also champion these practices for women.
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- Authors: Geldenhuys, Madelyn , Henn, Carolina M.
- Date: 2017
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/240961 , uj:24800 , Citation: Geldenhuys, M., & Henn, C.M. (2017). The relationship between demographic variables and well-being of women in South African workplaces. SA Journal of Human Resource Management/SA Tydskrif vir Menslikehulpbronbestuur, 15(0), a683. https://doi. org/10.4102/sajhrm. v15i0.683 , ISSN: (Online) 2071-078X, (Print) 1683-7584
- Description: Abstract: Orientation: It is important to investigate the determinants of well-being among working women. Given the unique demographic diversity within the South African context, differences in the experience of well-being among women are expected. Purpose: The study investigated the effects of age, race, marital status and educational status on psychological meaningfulness, life satisfaction, work–family conflict and social support of working women. Motivation: With the increase of women in the workplace, there is a need for knowledge and understanding of the factors that influence the well-being of women. This study aims to investigate demographic variables as determinants of well-being among working women. Method: Cross-sectional surveys were used to gather data from a sample (n = 540) of women from various South African companies. The Utrecht Work Engagement Scale (UWES), the Psychological Meaningfulness Scale (PMS), the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS), the Work- Role Conflict Scale and the Job Demands Resources Scale (JDRS) were administered. Results: Significant relationships were found between life satisfaction, work-to-family conflict and work engagement, respectively, and marital status. Higher levels of education showed significant relationships with life satisfaction and work-to-family conflict. Being white showed significant positive relationships with life satisfaction, work-to-family conflict and work engagement. With regard to social support and psychological meaningfulness, race explained significant amounts of variance in psychological meaningfulness, as did age. Practical, managerial and methodological implications: The findings indicate that the experiences of well-being among women vary by age, race, marital status and educational status. It is therefore imperative that human resource practitioners appropriately measure these differences, accommodate them in policies through relevant supportive practices and also champion these practices for women.
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