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Do goal orientations really influence performance?
Authors: Sousa Carlos M.P. , Coelho Filipe , Silva Susana C. 
Published: December 2022

PurposeThe creativity of retail employees seems to be of the utmost importance for ensuring the performance of organizations in service settings. This paper contributes to the existing theory by investigating the direct and indirect effects of goal orientations on the creativity and performance of retail employees. The authors propose a framework depicting the relationships between goal orientations and employee creativity and performance, including the intervening effects of self-efficacy and customer orientation.Design/methodology/approachThe study was conducted with retail frontline employees of a large retail bank in Portugal. The sample consists of 267 valid responses. Structural equations are used by applying the maximum likelihood method to test the conceptual framework.FindingsResults are broadly supportive of the hypotheses. Learning orientation is, directly and indirectly, related to creativity, but only indirectly to performance. As to performance orientation, it is indirectly related to creativity through self-efficacy and customer orientation, and directly as well as indirectly, to performance. The authors investigate the extent to which the effects of goal orientations on creativity and performance are mediated by self-regulatory mechanisms, namely self-efficacy, and customer orientation.Originality/valueThe results recognize that learning and performance goals are neither mutually exclusive nor contradictory, which collide with past empirical evidence showing that learning goals are generally associated with more favorable outcomes and performance goals with more negative or equivocal ones. These outcomes underscore the need and relevance for managers to foster both goal orientations to promote the creativity and performance of retail employees, representing a particularly salient issue in retail businesses characterized by significant interpersonal interactions.
Culinary inheritance: a new paradigm of innovating knowledge teaching
Authors: Wu Shu-Hua , Wu Tung-Pao , Ku Edward C.S. , Chen Joyce Hsiu Yu 
Published: December 2022

PurposeThis study examines how professional technicians' teaching styles and students' learning readiness affect cooking skills performance in culinary inheritance.Design/methodology/approachThis study constructed a learning performance model from the situated cognition perspective using a sample of students at universities and vocational colleges on a professional technician course. A total of 4,000 questionnaires were mailed to students, of which 2,018 were returned.FindingsStudents regard technical professors as teaching experts and expect them to care for their learning, while professional technicians' knowledge sharing significantly increases students' learning performance. The findings provide insight into professional technicians' teaching styles for academics.Originality/valueThis study focuses on the situated cognition perspective and its correlation with students' learning performance and discusses professional technicians' knowledge sharing as an important influencing factor.
The impact of board gender diversity on the financing costs of microfinance institutions: a global evidence
Authors: Mia Md Aslam , Hossain Tanzina , Nesa Zinnatun , Saifullah Md Khaled , Akter Rozina , Hossain Md Imran 
Published: December 2022

Purpose
Considering the existing evidence on the impact of female board members on the default risks of an organization, the purpose of this study is to investigate the effect of board gender diversity, alongside institutional characteristics and macroeconomic factors, on the financing costs of microfinance institutions (MFIs).

Design methodology approach
This study collected unbalanced panel data of 1,190 unique MFIs between 2010 and 2018 from the World Bank. The collected data, which covers a total of 95 developing and emerging countries, was thereafter analyzed using the pooled ordinary least squares and random effects model. To overcome endogeneity and omitted variable bias (e.g. time-invariant variables), the authors have also used the generalized method of moments and fixed effects model, respectively. Different proxies of board gender diversity and sub-sample analysis by regions were further undertaken to examine the robustness of the obtained results.

Findings
The findings of this study revealed that board gender diversity has a statistically significant negative effect on the financing costs of MFIs. This suggests that a gender-diverse board can generate cheaper funding for MFIs by minimizing their default risks through effective monitoring and strategic management. Furthermore, the negative impact of board gender diversity on financing costs appears to be more pronounced when there is a minimum of two female board members in the boardroom of MFIs. The results of this study remain consistent and valid regardless of alternate model specifications (e.g. sub-sample analysis, use of alternative proxies of board gender diversity and application of different estimators) and endogeneity issues. Ultimately, the findings in this study reiterate the importance of promoting and implementing gender diversity in the boardroom to minimize the financing costs of MFIs.

Originality value
This study investigated the relationship between board gender diversity and financing costs of MFIs by using relatively recent and global data. The minimum number of female board members required to significantly reduce the financing costs of MFIs was also identified.
Entrepreneurs as influencers: the impact of parasocial interactions on communication outcomes
Authors: Rudeloff Christian , Damms Julius 
Published: December 2022

Purpose
Drawing on the example of car manufacturer Tesla and its early investor Elon Musk, the purpose of this paper is to explore the connection between the personal communication activities of influential entrepreneurs on social media, the emergence of parasocial interactions (PSIs) and the related communication outcomes for the company.

Design/methodology/approach
This paper conducted an online survey, recruiting 207 participants via purposive sampling. Partial least square path modeling and an independent t-test were conducted to test hypotheses.

Findings
The results of this paper show that following entrepreneurs’ personal social media activities amplifies PSIs, which in turn positively impact the company's communication outcomes. Organization–public relationships and purchase intentions are improved by PSI.

Originality/value
To the best of the authors’ knowledge, this is one of the first studies that connects the personal and the organizational level in exploring entrepreneurial marketing. The results show that Elon Musk acts as an influential entrepreneur to effectively promote communication outcomes for Tesla. This paper illuminates the potential of entrepreneurs’ personal social media activities to support the success of their ventures.
Revisiting the notions of translation ethics in Saudi Arabia: a survey of translators' perceptions
Authors: Asiri Eisa Ahmad S. , Sahari Yousef , Alasmri Ibrahim , Assiri Ahmad 
Published: December 2022

PurposeThis paper investigates professional translation practice in Saudi Arabia with a particular focus on translation ethics. Following an examination of varying opinions and contentious concepts relating to translation, this paper suggests that Saudi Arabia should establish a code of ethics for translation services. It investigates the ethical challenges that translators encounter during their professional work and considers their responses to these challenges.Design/methodology/approachA quantitative methodology was adopted to collect data from forty participants. This self-completed survey uncovered 11 ethical dimensions that translators encounter during the translation process and the researchers used descriptive analysis to calculate the mean and standard deviation of their frequency and importance. Participants' responses to the multiple-choice questions were categorised as personal, professional ethics or sociopolitical activism, and their overall percentages calculated.FindingsFor all 11 dimensions, the mean scores fell in the mid-frequency range between 2.74 and 3.88, inferring that the respondents faced these ethical challenges neither particularly frequently nor infrequently. Regarding the importance rankings, the mean scores varied between 1.58 and 2.04, consistently lower than the experience frequency rankings, which indicates that these challenges were considered important regardless of their frequency. The majority (40.27%) related to professional notions of ethics, followed by personal ethics (35.22%) and sociopolitical and activist conceptions of ethics (24.14%), while less than 1% (0.37%) reflected mixed motivations.Originality/valueThe study's concept and methodology are both novel. The researchers believe that this is the first study to examine professional translation ethics in the Saudi context. Unlike most studies in this field, this study adopted a quantitative approach, thus calling for the development of an effective professional code of ethics for translators.
A bearing fault diagnosis method for high-noise and unbalanced dataset
Authors: Wang Rui , Zhang Shunjie , Liu Shengqiang , Liu Weidong , Ding Ao 
Published: December 2022

Purpose
The purpose is using generative adversarial network (GAN) to solve the problem of sample augmentation in the case of imbalanced bearing fault data sets and improving residual network is used to improve the diagnostic accuracy of the bearing fault intelligent diagnosis model in the environment of high signal noise.

Design/methodology/approach
A bearing vibration data generation model based on conditional GAN (CGAN) framework is proposed. The method generates data based on the adversarial mechanism of GANs and uses a small number of real samples to generate data, thereby effectively expanding imbalanced data sets. Combined with the data augmentation method based on CGAN, a fault diagnosis model of rolling bearing under the condition of data imbalance based on CGAN and improved residual network with attention mechanism is proposed.

Findings
The method proposed in this paper is verified by the western reserve data set and the truck bearing test bench data set, proving that the CGAN-based data generation method can form a high-quality augmented data set, while the CGAN-based and improved residual with attention mechanism. The diagnostic model of the network has better diagnostic accuracy under low signal-to-noise ratio samples.

Originality/value
A bearing vibration data generation model based on CGAN framework is proposed. The method generates data based on the adversarial mechanism of GAN and uses a small number of real samples to generate data, thereby effectively expanding imbalanced data sets. Combined with the data augmentation method based on CGAN, a fault diagnosis model of rolling bearing under the condition of data imbalance based on CGAN and improved residual network with attention mechanism is proposed.
Multidimensional stoichiometric mismatch explains differences in detritivore biomass across three forest types
Authors: Zhang Bing , Chen Haozhen , Deng Mingqin , Li Xin , Chen Ting‐Wen , Liu Lingli , Scheu Stefan , Wang Shaopeng 
Published: December 2022

AbstractThe ecological stoichiometry theory provides a framework to understand organism fitness and population dynamics based on stoichiometric mismatch between organisms and their resources. Recent studies have revealed that different soil animals occupy distinct multidimensional stoichiometric niches (MSNs), which likely determine their specific stoichiometric mismatches and population responses facing resource changes. The goals of the present study are to examine how long‐term forest plantations affect multidimensional elemental contents of litter and detritivores and the population size of detritivores that occupy distinct MSNs.We evaluated the contents of 10 elements of two detritivore taxa (lumbricid earthworms and julid millipedes) and their litter resources, quantified their MSNs and the multidimensional stoichiometric mismatches, and examined how such mismatch patterns influence the density and total biomass of detritivores across three forest types spanning from natural forests (oak forest) to plantations (pine and larch forests).Sixty‐year pine plantations changed the multidimensional elemental contents of litter, but did not influence the elemental contents of the two detritivore taxa. Earthworms and millipedes exhibited distinct patterns of MSNs and stoichiometric mismatches, but they both experienced severer stoichiometric mismatches in pine plantations than in oak forests and larch plantations. Such stoichiometric mismatches led to lower density and biomass of both earthworms and millipedes in pine plantations. In other words, under conditions of low litter quality and severe stoichiometric mismatches in pine plantations, detritivores maintained their body elemental contents but decreased their population biomass.Our study illustrates the success in using the multidimensional stoichiometric framework to understand the impact of forest plantations on animal population dynamics, which may serve as a useful tool in addressing ecosystem responses to global environmental changes.
Large‐scale spatial variability in urban tolerance of birds
Authors: Callaghan Corey T. , Palacio Facundo X. , Benedetti Yanina , Morelli Federico , Bowler Diana E. 
Published: December 2022

Abstract

Quantifying intraspecific and interspecific trait variability is critical to our understanding of biogeography, ecology and conservation. But quantifying such variability and understanding the importance of intraspecific and interspecific variability remain challenging. This is especially true of large geographic scales as this is where the differences between intraspecific and interspecific variability are likely to be greatest.

Our goal is to address this research gap using broad‐scale citizen science data to quantify intraspecific variability and compare it with interspecific variability, using the example of bird responses to urbanization across the continental United States.

Using more than 100 million observations, we quantified urban tolerance for 338 species within randomly sampled spatial regions and then calculated the standard deviation of each species' urban tolerance.

We found that species' spatial variability in urban tolerance (i.e. standard deviation) was largely explained by the variability of urban cover throughout a species' range (R2 = 0.70). Variability in urban tolerance was greater in species that were more tolerant of urban cover (i.e. the average urban tolerance throughout their range), suggesting that generalist life histories are better suited to adapt to novel anthropogenic environments. Overall, species differences explained most of the variability in urban tolerance across spatial regions.

Together, our results indicate that (1) intraspecific variability is largely predicted by local environmental variability in urban cover at a large spatial scale and (2) interspecific variability is greater than intraspecific variability, supporting the common use of mean values (i.e. collapsing observations across a species' range) when assessing species–environment relationships. Further studies, across different taxa, traits and species–environment relationships are needed to test the role of intraspecific variability, but nevertheless, we recommend that when possible, ecologists should avoid using discrete categories to classify species in how they respond to the environment.
The impact of participation in research for speech and language therapy departments and their patients: A case example of the Big CACTUS multicentre trial of self‐managed computerized aphasia therapy
Authors: Jimenez Forero Sonia J. , Palmer Rebecca 
Published: December 2022

AbstractBackgroundIn order to conduct research that is meaningful to speech and language therapy services and their patients, it is often desirable to conduct the research within routine clinical services. This can require considerable time and commitment from speech and language therapists (SLTs). It is therefore important to understand the impact that such participation in research can have.AimsTo explore the impact of research participation in the Big CACTUS study of self‐managed computerized aphasia therapy conducted in 21 UK NHS speech and language therapy departments.Methods & ProceduresAn online survey was sent to SLTs who took the lead role for the study at their NHS Trust to evaluate the impact of study participation in three domains: capacity‐building, research development and health services. The questionnaire, based on the VICTOR framework for evaluating research impact, included Likert scale statements and closed and open‐ended questions. The results from open‐ended questions were coded and analysed using framework analysis in NVivo 12 and the data from closed questions were analysed descriptively.Outcomes & ResultsA total of 12 SLTs returned the survey. Nine codes were identified from open‐ended questions and 20 predefined from the literature. Analysis of the responses demonstrated the perceived impact including improvements in practices and access to therapy, investments in infrastructure, increased SLT profile, and impact on research culture among SLTs. The usefulness of the intervention during the COVID‐19 pandemic was also highlighted.Conclusions & ImplicationsThe results suggest participation in Big CACTUS has resulted in improvements in patient care and SLT research capacity and culture in speech and language therapy departments.What This Paper AddsWhat is already known on the subject
Practice‐based research is encouraged to assist with the clinical relevance of the research findings. Participation in research can be seen as an activity that is additional to the core business of patient care and it can be difficult to secure time to participate or conduct research in clinical settings. Impact evaluation initiatives of individual trials facilitate early identification of benefits beyond the trial.What this paper adds to existing knowledge
This study describes specific examples of the impact on services, staff and patients from SLT participation and leadership in the Big CACTUS speech and language therapy trial in clinical settings.What are the potential or actual clinical implications of this study?
Clinical services participating in research may benefit from improved clinical care for patients both during and after the study, an improved professional reputation, and increased research capacity and culture within the clinical settings.
Racial and ethnic disparities in excess mortality among U.S. veterans during the COVID‐19 pandemic
Authors: Feyman Yevgeniy , Avila Cecille Joan , Auty Samantha , Mulugeta Martha , Strombotne Kiersten , Legler Aaron , Griffith Kevin 
Published: December 2022

AbstractObjectiveThe COVID‐19 pandemic disproportionately affected racial and ethnic minorities among the general population in the United States; however, little is known regarding its impact on U.S. military Veterans. In this study, our objectives were to identify the extent to which Veterans experienced increased all‐cause mortality during the COVID‐19 pandemic, stratified by race and ethnicity.Data SourcesAdministrative data from the Veterans Health Administration's Corporate Data Warehouse.Study DesignWe use pre‐pandemic data to estimate mortality risk models using five‐fold cross‐validation and quasi‐Poisson regression. Models were stratified by a combined race‐ethnicity variable and included controls for major comorbidities, demographic characteristics, and county fixed effects.Data CollectionWe queried data for all Veterans residing in the 50 states plus Washington D.C. during 2016–2020. Veterans were excluded from analyses if they were missing county of residence or race‐ethnicity data. Data were then aggregated to the county‐year level and stratified by race‐ethnicity.Principal FindingsOverall, Veterans' mortality rates were 16% above normal during March–December 2020 which equates to 42,348 excess deaths. However, there was substantial variation by racial and ethnic group. Non‐Hispanic White Veterans experienced the smallest relative increase in mortality (17%, 95% CI 11%–24%), while Native American Veterans had the highest increase (40%, 95% CI 17%–73%). Black Veterans (32%, 95% CI 27%–39%) and Hispanic Veterans (26%, 95% CI 17%–36%) had somewhat lower excess mortality, although these changes were significantly higher compared to White Veterans. Disparities were smaller than in the general population.ConclusionsMinoritized Veterans experienced higher rates excess of mortality during the COVID‐19 pandemic compared to White Veterans, though with smaller differences than the general population. This is likely due in part to the long‐standing history of structural racism in the United States that has negatively affected the health of minoritized communities via several pathways including health care access, economic, and occupational inequities.
One‐lung ventilation in obese patients undergoing thoracoscopic lobectomy for lung cancer
Authors: Leonardi Beatrice , Forte Stefano , Natale Giovanni , Messina Gaetana , Rainone Anna , Opromolla Giorgia , Puca Maria Antonietta , Grande Mario , Martone Mario , Leone Francesco , Fiorito Roberta , Molino Francesca , Liguori Giovanni , Russo Fara , Ferraro Fausto , Pace Maria Caterina , Molino Antonio , Ferrante Luigi , Forte Mauro , Vicidomini Giovanni , Fiorelli Alfonso 
Published: December 2022

AbstractBackgroundWe evaluated the safety and feasibility of one‐lung ventilation in obese patients undergoing thoracoscopic lobectomy and whether obesity affected peri‐ and postoperative outcomes.MethodsThis was a retrospective single center study including consecutive patients undergoing thoracoscopic lobectomy between October 2019 and February 2022. Obese patients were statistically compared to a control group to evaluate any differences in relation to one‐lung ventilation and peri‐ and postoperative outcomes.ResultsOur study population included 111 patients; of these, 26 (23%) were included in the obese group, while 85 (77%) were included within the nonobese group. To obtain one‐lung ventilation in nonobese patients, a double‐lumen tube was more frequently used than a single‐lumen tube with bronchial blocker (61% vs. 39%; p = 0.02), while in obese patients a single‐lumen tube with bronchial blocker was used more than a double‐lumen tube (81% vs. 19%, p = 0.001). Intergroup comparison showed that a double‐lumen tube was the preferred method in nonobese patients, while a single‐lumen tube with bronchial blockers was the strategy of choice in obese patients (p = 0.0002). Intubation time was longer in the obese group than in the nonobese group (94.0 ± 6.1 vs. 85.0 ± 7.0 s; p = 0.0004) and failure rate of first attempt at intubation was higher in the obese group (23% vs. 5%; p = 0.01). Obesity was not associated with increased intra‐, peri‐ and postoperative complications and/or mortality.ConclusionsOne‐lung ventilation is a feasible and safe procedure also in obese patients and obesity did not negatively affect peri‐ and postoperative outcomes after lung resection.