What is it about?
Although the number of blue-collar industrial workers has been declining, manufacturing jobs continue to have considerable importance, even in technologically advanced economies. This study gives a voice to this often-overlooked group of workers, focusing on the Finnish vehicle industry.
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Why is it important?
Relatively little research has assessed the importance of job pride in the context of industrial manufacturing. Recognizing job pride in its variety is crucial information for employers who aim to develop working conditions and employee retention.
Perspectives
We were astonished to discover that the participants in our study not only displayed a generally high level of job pride but also provided diverse and detailed descriptions of situations in which they experienced this pride.
Pasi Pyöriä
Tampereen yliopisto
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This page is a summary of: Job pride and work orientation among blue-collar workers in the Finnish vehicle industry, International Journal of Sociology and Social Policy, October 2023, Emerald,
DOI: 10.1108/ijssp-04-2023-0098.
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