The Social Construction of Meaning and Management of Work-Life Balance in the Experience of PhD Students in the Faculty of Management Science at Silpakorn University: A Study to Formulate Grounded Theory

Authors

  • Kittikun Sangnin

Keywords:

Balance in life and work, organizational culture, point of views and expectation of life, grounded theory

Abstract

This qualitative research studied the social construction of meaning and management of work-life balance in the experience of PhD students in the Faculty of Management Science at Silpakorn University with a purpose to formulate a grounded theory of work-life balance. The research adopted a focus group discussion approach and documentary research. The study found that ways to create and manage balance in life and work were as follows: prioritizing work and things; positive attitude adjustment; creating an environment and organizational culture atmosphere; finding ways to crcate happiness; and positioning and expectation of life.

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2019-06-05

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Sangnin, K. (2019). The Social Construction of Meaning and Management of Work-Life Balance in the Experience of PhD Students in the Faculty of Management Science at Silpakorn University: A Study to Formulate Grounded Theory. KASEM BUNDIT JOURNAL, 20(1), 114–130. Retrieved from https://so04.tci-thaijo.org/index.php/jkbu/article/view/192458

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