Consistent human resource practices

Article Abstract:

This article explores the role of consistency in human resource practices. It explores and explains different forms of consistency and why they are valuable in managing human resources: consistency among different aspects of human resource policy, such as integrating compensation, recruitment, and promotion policies; consistency in how human resource policies affect different classes of employees (should scientists and engineered be treated similarly, for instance, and what about clericals?); and consistency of human resource policies over time. In the context of the second sort of consistency, the article explores both the span of consistency and "manufactured distinctions" that facilitate distinctive treatment to different employees. The article discusses the problem of measuring consistency and provides examples illustrating consistent and inconsistent human resource practices. (Reprinted by permission of the publisher.)

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Work motivation, job stress and employees' well-being

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The degree of motivation and well-being exhibited by employees has been found to be influenced by certain work-related stressors and strains, including interpersonal conflicts, job demands, mental health and discretion. Results gathered from a cross-sectional social survey involving Taiwanese workers showed that assigning a work that matches the personality of workers tends to promote employee well-being. It was further shown that intrinsic motivations tend to illicit positive effect on job satisfaction, while extrinsic motivations do otherwise.

Job stress, Job satisfaction

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Project culture in China

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An international project manager shares his experience when he was assigned to handle a project in China. He realized that the completion of a project in China requires more time and resources. In addition, his experience taught him that cultural differences make tasks more difficult and more complex if project managers do no prepare themselves to properly handle them. Furthermore, he observed that project managers should invest time and effort to motivate and boost the morale of their workers.

China, Project management, Personal narratives, Employee morale, Workplace multiculturalism, Workplace diversity

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