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Technophobe vs. techno-enthusiast: does the internet help or hinder the balance between work and home life?
Technophobes view technology as intrusive, fearing it blurs boundaries between work and personal life, while techno-enthusiasts embrace its flexibility to enhance balance. A study by Wacjman et al. (2010) surveyed 850 Australian employees, revealing that Internet use for work sharply declines after business hours, with only 11% using it for work on weekends. Personal use at work was minimal, and 41% of respondents reported the Internet improved their work-life balance, while only 8% found it disruptive. Counterintuitively, using the Internet for work at home reduced feelings of work encroaching on personal life, suggesting technology enables better task juggling. The findings challenge technophobic fears, supporting the techno-enthusiast perspective that the Internet fosters flexibility without eroding boundaries. The study advises managers to reconsider restrictive policies, as controlled Internet access can benefit both productivity and employee well-being. Ultimately, the research advocates for a balanced, techno-enthusiast approach to leveraging digital tools in modern work environments.
Ketersediaan
| Call Number | Location | Available |
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| AMP2501 | PSB lt.dasar - Pascasarjana | 1 |
| Penerbit | Briarcliff Manor, NY: Academy of Management 2011 |
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| Edisi | Vol. 25, No. 1, February 2011 |
| Subjek | Productivity Internet Usage Digital Technology Work-life balance technophobe techno-enthusiast employee behavior work spillover |
| ISBN/ISSN | 15589080 |
| Klasifikasi | NONE |
| Deskripsi Fisik | 2 p. |
| Info Detail Spesifik | Academy of Management Perspectives |
| Other Version/Related | Tidak tersedia versi lain |
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