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  1. 1. Intercultural (mis)communication in Swedish Workplaces from the Perspective of Brazilian Employees

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för språk och litteraturer

    Author : Ana Paula Viera de Carvalho; [2023-08-10]
    Keywords : Intercultural Communication; Politeness Strategies; Brazilian Employees; Swedish Workplaces; Power Distance; Masculinity Femininity.;

    Abstract : This study explores politeness and linguistic strategies in intercultural workplace communication in Sweden from the perspective of Brazilian white-collar employees. Employing Brown and Levinson's (1987) politeness framework and Hofstede's (2001; 2011) dimensions of Power Distance and Masculinity/Femininity. READ MORE

  3. 2. How are you feeling now? : A self-awareness service to enhance emotional intelligence

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Designhögskolan vid Umeå universitet

    Author : HYUNJIN SHIN; [2023]
    Keywords : self-awareness; emotions at work; mental health; interaction design;

    Abstract : Emotions play a critical role within the workplace, impacting employees' well-being, motivation, productivity, colleague relationships, and overall workplace culture. As a designer, my objective was to address emotional issues in the workplace by developing a tool capable of recognizing and effectively managing emotions. READ MORE

  4. 3. Beyond office walls: Maintaining creativity and serendipity in a hybrid workplace. : A qualitative study about how organizations can maintain and nurture creativity in the hybrid workplace.

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    Author : Carl Quennerstedt; Emma Fromell; Maja Gyldner; [2023]
    Keywords : Organizational change; Creativity; Serendipity; Hybrid workplace; Remote work.;

    Abstract : Abstract Background: Hybrid work arrangements are today a common feature in many modern business models. As less time is spent at a common office, they constitute a potential threat in terms of reduced social barometers necessary for creativity and serendipity to occur. READ MORE

  5. 4. Creating a safe workplace: Leadership and Psychological Safety

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Institutionen för data- och systemvetenskap

    Author : Natalie Koutny; Pavlos Chatziadam; [2023]
    Keywords : Leadership; Leadership styles; Project Management; Psychological safety; Project Teams; IT industry;

    Abstract : The success of numerous organisations nowadays, especially in the IT sector, is closely connected with project success. Project managers can influence and determine how a project is run and its overall success, as it has been well established throughout the literature. READ MORE

  6. 5. The Role Of Leaders In Integrating Diversity And Inclusion Within An Organization : A qualitative study on the organizational level from a Swedish Perspective

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Företagsekonomi

    Author : Ashadul Alam Molla; Jannatun Nur Shawlin; [2023]
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    Abstract : This qualitative study examines the critical role of leaders in integrating diversity and inclusion within organizations from a Swedish perspective. With increasing globalization and multiculturalism, organizations worldwide have recognized the importance of fostering diverse and inclusive work environments. READ MORE