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Quality of Work Life of Female School Teachers – An Empirical Analysis

This study examines the quality of work life among female school teachers in Thiruvananthapuram district in Kerala. The study investigates; various organizational and personal factors influence their professional well-being and satisfaction. The comprehensive literature review, identifies gender inequality, workplace stress, work-life balance challenges, and organizational support as critical dimensions The research employs quantitative methodology to assess the key variables, like workload, working hours, flexibility, organizational support, and stress levels among fifty participants. Descriptive statistical analysis reveals that organizational support emerges as the most consistently positive factor with the highest mean and lowest variability. On the other hand, workload presents the lowest satisfaction levels with significant individual differences in stress experiences. Correlation analysis indicates a significant negative relationship between organizational support and stress levels, that reflects an enhanced organizational support, that effectively mitigates workplace stress among female teachers. The findings suggest that targeted interventions focusing on workload management, improved work flexibility, sustained organizational support, and stress reduction strategies are essential for enhancing the quality of work life and professional sustainability of female school teachers in Thiruvananthapuram.

Navigating Change to Integrate Employee Perceptions into the Strategic Landscape of Business Split: A Study of PT Jasa Yuwana’s Potential Business Split

Organizational change is important for business evolution, as it can impact the business direction and employees’ perceptions. Although intimidating, organizational changes can offer opportunities for growth and advancement when effectively managed. PT Jasa Yuwana, known for its assurance services, faces challenges due to low revenue growth over the past five years in assurance services, constraints in revenue optimization, and positive prospects in consulting business. It is crucial for the Company to understand employee perceptions as it plans a split. This study evaluates employee perceptions and suggests strategies for the new entity, NewCo. The main factors affecting perception are Healthy relationships with the employer/leaders and Application of skills and knowledge. To develop a growth strategy that focuses on strengths and opportunities, NewCo can use tools like the IE Matrix and TOWS Matrix. The implementation of the SO strategy is crucial for post-split survival, with employee retention being key to long-term competitiveness.