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Self‐employment of rural‐to‐urban migrants in China
Authors: Giulietti Corrado , Ning Guangjie , Zimmermann Klaus F. 
Published: March 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to explore the determinants of self‐employment among rural to urban migrants in China.Design/methodology/approachThe analysis is based on a sample of migrant household heads from the 2008 Rural‐Urban Migration in China and Indonesia (RUMiCI) survey. An estimate of the wage differential between self‐employed and employed workers is obtained by means of an endogenous switching model and used to estimate the employment choice. The procedure is extended to account for migration selectivity bias, for alternative statuses before migration, and for different post‐migration employment histories.FindingsSelf‐employed migrants are positively selected with respect to their unobserved characteristics; their wages are substantially higher than what they would have obtained had they chosen paid work. Furthermore, even after accounting for the substantial heterogeneity across cities, industries, occupations, and after correcting for the migration selectivity bias, the wage differential is found to be an important determinant of self‐employment.Research limitations/implicationsThe finding that market imperfections do not constrain the self‐employment choice of migrants does not imply that reforms designed to eliminate institutional barriers are undesirable. Policy should target the reduction of gaps between urban residents and migrants (such as the household registration system – hukou), so that migrants can access new business opportunities which are currently a prerogative of urban residents.Originality/valueThe paper analyses the determinants of self‐employment using a recent survey based on a sample of rural‐to‐urban migrants in China. The key findings indicate that migrants who choose self‐employment are positively selected in terms of their unobservable characteristics. Moreover, the wage differential has a strong positive effect on the probability of choosing self‐employment. In the transition to a market economy, which is taking place in China, the identification of the determinants of self‐employment is crucial.
Young people, the disabled, and immigrant workers
Authors: Parodi Giuliana , Pastore Francesco 
Published: March 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to introduce the special issue on “Disadvantaged workers in the labour market” and to draw some policy implications that are common to the studies included in the special issue.Design/methodology/approachThe paper introduces several econometric methodologies adopted in the special issue. Such methodologies represent an excellent overview of the typical approaches developed by applied economists to address the issue under discussion. They include: dynamic probit models allowing for unobserved heterogeneity and endogenous initial conditions; propensity score matching; the non parametric Ñopo decomposition to take into account sample selection bias; endogenous switching models to estimate employment choice; and fixed effects models and Arellano and Bond dynamic panel estimator.FindingsThe articles in the special issue highlight several common factors that make the disadvantage at the labor market emerge. The first factor is the recent financial crisis which especially affects young people. Differences in common support – generally due to segregation in low pay jobs – are also important. Several factors favor persistence of the disadvantage, namely the inefficiency of the educational system and the lack of financial support to the weakest groups.Practical implicationsThe paper adopts the EU definition of “disadvantaged workers”, namely workers who find it hard to enter the labor market without assistance. The authors show the relevance of the analysis produced in this special issue to design specific policies fine‐tuned to the needs of disadvantaged workers. In addition, institutional reforms, and/or interventions on structural variables are also in order.Originality/valueThe paper introduces a number of articles proposing innovations in the interpretation and application of a wide range of theoretical approaches and econometric methodologies.
Embracing new media in Fiji: the way forward for social network marketing and communication strategies
Authors: Khan Anas , Khan Riad 
Published: March 2012

PurposeThis paper aims to outlines the power of social networking that companies in Fiji could use as the twenty‐first century media tool to facilitate marketing activities and reach out to customers more than ever before.Design/methodology/approachThe approach of the paper is generally conceptual, linking social networking to organizations, marketing activities and communications.FindingsSocial networking sites such as face book has become an essential modern media channel to position firms and its brands in the market and facilitate marketing activities and communication strategies. Social media networks with its unsurpassed reach and coverage capabilities have become one of the most powerful sources of socialized media to connect people.Originality/valueThe paper presents the arguments in a condensed and easy‐to‐digest format.
Interview with Marshall Goldsmith
Authors: by Juliet Harrison Interview 
Published: March 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this article is to provide an interview with the million‐selling author, Marshall Goldsmith.Design/methodology/approachThe paper provides an interview with Marshall Goldsmith, who is author and editor of 31 books, including the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller, MOJO, and the WSJ number one business book and winner of the Harold Longman Award for Business Book of the Year, What Got You Here Won't Get You There. His books have been translated into 28 languages, and have become bestsellers in eight countries.FindingsIn the interview, Marshall discusses his innovative approach to executive coaching; the impact of social media for leaders and chief executive officers; and his current research on employee engagement.Originality/valueThe paper highlights that the key figure in executive coaching, upon whom the success of the coaching hinges, is the client themselves.
Being a female pension trustee
Authors: Sayce Susan 
Published: March 2012

PurposeWhile there has been much discussion about pension regulation and decision making in relation to pension trusteeship, there appears to be little research on women and men who take up opportunities to become pension trustees. Thus the focus of this research is to explore what it means to be a female or male pension trustee in “a man's world”.Design/methodology/approachAcker's influential model for the gendering of organisational processes and its subsequent development to acknowledge the intersection of multiple inequalities such as gender and class is used as a tool to provide a micro‐analysis of men's and women's interpretation of being a pension trustee.FindingsThe persistence of homosocial reproduction around managerial competences in pension board activity helps explain men's and women's differing experiences within male‐dominated pension boardrooms.Research limitations/implicationsThe paper focuses on a small but diverse sample of pension trustees and further research is needed to explore further why pension trustees take on this challenging and complex role.Originality/valueUK legislation about member representation on pension boards has the potential to bring new female candidates to the board. This paper gives an insight into what this means for a diverse group of pension trustees.
Joan Acker's review of the contributing papers, edited by Susan Sayce
Authors: Acker Joan 
Published: March 2012

PurposeThis commentary aims to review the contributing papers in this special issue.Design/methodology/approachPapers are reviewed by Joan Acker in relation to her original work “Hierarchies, jobs, bodies: a theory of gendered organizations”.FindingsIt is found that the articles make important contributions to the question of equality in organizations.Originality/valueThis commentary serves as a reminder that academic work can contribute to a dialogue between academic generations, as is demonstrated throughout this special issue.
Role of workplace romance policies and procedures on job pursuit intentions
Authors: Pierce Charles A. , Karl Katherine A. , Brey Eric T. 
Published: March 2012

PurposeThis paper seeks to examine experimentally the effects of stipulations in an organization's workplace romance policy and procedures on individuals' perceptions of fairness, workplace fun, person‐organization (P‐O) fit, organizational attraction, and intent to pursue employment in the organization.Design/methodology/approachA total of 103 business students and 79 casino employees assumed the role of a job seeker. They read one of five versions of a vignette that describes an organization's romance policy and consensual relationship agreement, and completed measures of dependent and control variables.FindingsAn organization's type of romance policy has an effect on individuals' perceptions of fairness of the policy and degree to which the organization would be a fun place to work, and its type of consensual relationship agreement has an effect on individuals' perceptions of the degree to which the organization treats its employees fairly. The results also indicate that individuals' perceptions of the fairness of the type of romance policy and relationship agreement are positively associated with the degree to which they perceive the organization to be a fun place to work and their perceived P‐O fit. Individuals' perceptions of the organization being a fun place to work and P‐O fit are, in turn, positively associated with their organizational attraction, which, in its turn, is positively associated with their job pursuit intentions.Practical implicationsPerceived fairness of stipulations in an organization's romance policy and procedures may signal to job seekers the degree to which the organization would be a fun place to work, provide P‐O fit, and be attractive to pursue as an employer. Thus, with respect to managing workplace romances proactively via policies and procedures, organizations should consider the fairness perceptions of job seekers and not just organizational members.Originality/valueThis is the first study to show that workplace romance policies and procedures may play a role in job pursuit intentions.
Dominance analysis of two measures of organizational justice
Authors: Miller Brian K. , Konopaske Robert , Byrne Zinta S. 
Published: March 2012

PurposeThis article aims to examine the criterion‐related validity of two sets of commonly used measures of organizational justice.Design/methodology/approachRegression‐based dominance analysis is used on self‐report data provided by 214 working college students.FindingsThe three‐dimension measure of organizational justice by Moorman was compared to the four‐dimension measure of Colquitt in the prediction of Colquitt's own outcomes. Results suggest that Moorman's measures may dominate Colquitt's measures on some outcomes.Practical implicationsPractitioners are urged to give renewed consideration to Moorman's scales when predicting outcomes, as it appears that this three‐factor measure of organizational justice may outperform the four‐factor measure in some instances.Social implicationsOrganizations may find Moorman's parsimonious representation of justice more useful than Colquitt's version for explaining the nuances of perceptual differences regarding fairness and justice in the workplace.Originality/valueThis study is, to the authors' knowledge, the first to compare Colquitt's measures of justice with Moorman's measures on a subscale‐by‐subscale basis.
Carbazole modified ketonic resins
Authors: Kızılcan Nilgün , Tamküpeli Koşar Özlem 
Published: March 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to report the synthesis of resins having conducting and fluorescence properties, with carbazole and oligocarbazole with a one step method of in situ modification of ketonic resin. Cyclohexanone‐formaldehyde (CFR), and acetophenone‐formaldehyde (AFR) resins were in situ modified with carbazole in the presence of sodium hydroxide.Design/methodology/approachCarbazole modified ketonic resins were synthesised by the condensation reaction of Cz, formaldehyde and ketone. Oligo carbazole was synthesised by redox reaction of carbazole and ceric ammonium nitrate (CAN). Then, for the in situ modification of oligo carbazole modified ketonic resin, reaction mixture of oligocarbazole carbazole was added to the cyclohexanone/formaldehyde solution.FindingsThe carbazole modified cyclohexanone‐formaldehyde and acetophenone formaldehyde resins have conductivity values of 10−5‐10−6 S/cm and may be considered as semi‐conductive ketonic resins. These new carbazole modified ketonic resins (CCzFR, ACzFR) have fluorescence properties.Research limitations/implicationsThis study focused on obtaining a conductive and fluorescence resin using a carbazole monomer which is an insulator.Practical implicationsThis study provides technical information for the synthesis of fluorescence comonomer.Originality/valueNew CCzFR, ACzFR comonomers were synthesised. These comonomers have higher Tm values than CFR and AFR alone and also have fluorescence property.
Improved anti‐sedimentation for acrylic resin containing long afterglow phosphors by in situ polymerisation
Authors: Guo B. , Yin P. , Xu J. , Liu F.S. , Wu J.N. , Gao Y. , Guo F.Q. 
Published: March 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to improve the anti‐sedimentation of the acrylic resin containing long afterglow phosphors (SrMgAl4O8:Eu2+, Dy3+).Design/methodology/approachThe phosphors were first modified by the vinylsilane coupling agent MPS (3‐(methacryloxypropyl)‐trimethoxysilane). Then, the acrylic resin containing modified phosphors was synthesised by in situ polymerisation. Meanwhile, the compared blend sample was prepared by pure acylic resin with no modified phosphors in the same content. When the two resins were coated on glass, the films were characterised by ATR‐FTIR, SEM and TGA. The sedimentation performances of liquid resins were also observed.FindingsResults showed that anti‐sedimentation of acrylic resin with phosphors by in situ polymerisation was enhanced greatly, because the phosphors have been connected with the macromolecule chain, and dispersed homogeneously with no aggregation, so preventing its sedimentation.Research limitations/implicationsResearchers are encouraged to test the proposed method and enhance the anti‐sedimentation further.Practical implicationsThis method provides an idea to solve the problem of anti‐sedimentation in luminescent paint containing long afterglow phosphors in practical production and application.Originality/valueThis paper introduced the in situ polymerisation to enhance the anti‐sedimentation of acrylic resin containing long afterglow phosphors and it can be applied also to other inorganic powders.
Effects of organo clay on film properties of alkyd‐phenol formaldehyde resins
Authors: Bal A. , Acar I. , Güçlü G. , İyim T.B. 
Published: March 2012

PurposeIn this study, organo clay modified alkyd resins were synthesised and these modified alkyd resins were cured with different ratios of phenol formaldehyde resin. The purpose of this paper is to investigate the physical and chemical properties of the films and thermal behaviours of the resins.Design/methodology/approachAlkyds formulated to have an oil content of 40 percent were prepared with phthalic anhydride (PA), glycerine (G), coconut oil fatty acid (COFA), dipropylene glycol (DPG) and organo clay. “K alkyd constant system” was used for the formulation calculations of the alkyd resins. Alkyd resins were blended with 30 percent of a phenol–formaldehyde. The films of the alkyd–phenol formaldehyde (A‐PF) resins were prepared from 60 percent solid content xylene solutions by using 50 μm applicators. After the films were cured at 150°C for 2 h in an oven, properties of the films were determined.FindingsThe effect of organo clay addition on the film properties such as drying degree, hardness, adhesion strength, impact resistance, water, acid, alkaline, solvent resistance and thermal behaviours of the resins were investigated. The addition of organo clay has a positive effect on the physical and chemical film properties for phenol formaldehyde resin.Originality/valueThe paper reports on a study in which organo clay modified A‐PF resins for manufacturing of industrial baking enamels were synthesised for the first time.
Morphology, mechanical and thermodynamic properties of epoxy resins toughened with liquid acrylate oligomers containing carboxyl groups
Authors: Zhang Xugang , Zhang Bin , Sun Mingming , Li Jianhui , Wang Lei , Qin Chuanli 
Published: March 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to obtain liquid acrylate oligomers containing carboxyl groups as excellent toughening agents for epoxy resins.Design/methodology/approachLiquid acrylate oligomers containing carboxyl groups were synthesised by the solution polymerisation of butyl acrylate (BA), acrylic acid (AA) and acrylonitrile (AN) as monomers. The liquid acrylate oligomers were used as the toughening agents for epoxy resins. The chemical structure of the oligomers was characterised by 13C nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscope. The morphology of modified epoxy networks was analysed by scanning electron microscope (SEM). The mechanical and thermodynamic properties were measured by universal testing machine and dynamic mechanical analyser (DMA).FindingsThe results show that AA and oligomer concentrations have great influence on the morphology, mechanical and thermodynamic properties of the modified epoxy networks. When the 10 wt percent oligomer containing BA and AN and AA in the ratio of 75/20/5 is used to modify the epoxy resin, the increase in impact strength of the modified epoxy network is 291.5 percent over the unmodified epoxy network due to addition of the oligomers without a sacrifice in heat‐resistance properties. Fracture surface analysis by SEM indicates the presence of a two‐phase microstructure.Practical implicationsThe modified epoxy networks can be used as high performance materials such as adhesives, sealants and matrices of composites.Originality/valueThe liquid acrylate oligomers containing carboxyl and nitrile groups which were synthesised with BA, AA and AN as monomers by the solution polymerisation are novel and can greatly increase the toughness of epoxy resins without loss of thermal resistance.
Coating performances of copolymers from a novel palm oil‐based macromer and methyl methacrylate
Authors: Ataei S. , Yahya R. , Gan S.N. 
Published: March 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to develop hybrid copolymers through the copolymerisation of a novel low molecular weight oleic acid‐based macromer with methyl methacrylate (MMA), with the aim of combining the good properties of alkyd and acrylic binders.Design/methodology/approachThe macromer was synthesised from phthalic anhydride, oleic acid and glycerol. It was copolymerised with MMA using a free radical initiator. The ratio of the macromer and MMA was varied and the glass transition temperature, molecular weight, thermal stability, and film properties of the copolymers were characterised.FindingsUnder similar conditions of temperature and reaction time, the lower macromer to MMA ratio has led to faster polymerisation rate, higher molecular weight and higher Tg of the copolymer. Generally, all the coatings showed excellent adhesion properties, while the coatings with the higher content of MMA exhibited better alkali and water resistance.Research limitations/implicationsThe macromer used in the present context was synthesised from oleic acid and glycerol supplied by a local palm oil oleochemicals manufacturer. Presumably the same raw materials from other vegetable oils could also be used. In addition, the macromer structure could be changed by varying the formulation so that it would have different molecular weight and functionality.Practical implicationsThe method has managed to combine the properties of alkyd and acrylic, resulting in coatings that exhibit good mechanical and chemical properties, fast physical drying as well as excellent adhesion.Originality/valueOleic acid and glycerol are palm oil derivatives which are from natural resources and are sustainable raw materials. Although the macromer by itself cannot air‐dry due low iodine value, this could be overcome through copolymerisation with methyl methacrylate to find numerous applications in surface coating.
Move into the Cloud, shall we?
Authors: Yang Sharon Q. 
Published: March 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to discuss the latest information on cloud computing in a library context.Design/methodology/approachThe paper adopts an investigative approach including literature review and vendor‐provided information.FindingsCloud computing is both a trend and technology to deliver software and hardware as a service, not as a product. It involves a centralized data center, virtual server space, and secure transfer of data over the internet. The alleged advantages of cloud computing include low cost to own (CTO), agile updates, openness, zero initial investment, just to name a few. Lately library system vendors have begun to deliver cloud computing options. For instance, Ex Libris will release Alma in early 2012. It is an Integrated Library System with a discovery layer based on cloud computing. Amazon (Elastic Compute Cloud called Amazon EC2) and other vendors also offer virtual servers for cloud computing and charge customers by hours, usage, and capacity. If this trend continues for the next several years, it is just a matter of time before librarians will face the decision as to whether they should move into compute cloud.Originality/valueThe paper discusses this new trend, focusing on the pros and cons of moving into cloud computing for libraries.
Reference 2.0 in action: an evaluation of the digital reference services in selected Philippine academic libraries
Authors: Ramos Marian S. , Abrigo Christine M. 
Published: March 2012

PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to present the current status of digital reference services (DRS) among selected academic libraries in the Philippines – the University Library of the University of the Philippines Diliman, the Rizal Library of the Ateneo de Manila University and the University Library of the De La Salle University Manila – by figuring out how information service is provided using instant messaging (IM) and social networking sites.Design/methodology/approachA survey was conducted to examine the nature, practice and impact of DRS and to ascertain users' preferences and level of awareness of the availability of Ask‐a‐Librarian – an information service offered through IM, and the Facebook fan page of the university libraries under study.FindingsInterestingly, the findings reveal that the full potential of Reference 2.0 has not yet been maximized. When it comes to reference services in academic libraries, students and faculty members have chosen to go online: Ask‐a‐Librarian, web forms, e‐mail and Facebook. A significant increase in the number of reference transaction was observed after integrating Web 2.0 and digital reference tools to its information services. IM and Facebook were found to be the most useful tools in finding relevant information. A majority of the queries received were brief and factual information inquiries and questions on how to use online databases.Practical implicationsThe paper further explores the different aspects of IM and Facebook reference service: statistics, content of the questions and quality of the answers, reference interview, and the user's awareness and preferences. The results of this study may prescribe practices integrating Web 2.0 applications to beef up reference service, in which academic librarians in the Philippines may benchmark.Originality/valueThis paper is the first systematic evaluation of the nature and practice of Reference 2.0 in the Philippine setting; it makes a valuable contribution that could boost academic libraries in the country as they endeavor to provide world‐class service to many.