Human capital generative potential: cultivating intrapreneurial employees in sport and recreation organizations

Zvosec, Claire C.; Baer, Nathan; Kim, Minjung; Oja, Brent D.

doi:10.1080/23750472.2023.2170267

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“…Lack of employment among the working class in Africa contributes greatly to the ever‐increasing poverty in the continent (Wilson, 2019). In recent years, sports has come to be seen in some countries as a multifaceted sector that boosts the gross domestic product by bringing in millions of dollars and providing jobs (Abeku & Musa, 2018; Isnaini & Muttalib, 2022; Zvosec et al, 2023). Using sports as a catalyst for job creation involves considering various factors that contribute to its economic viability and sustainability.…”

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The capabilities of sports as an option for poverty reduction strategy: Citizen perspective

Luguterah,

Mohammed,

Apaak

et al. 2024

Community & Applied Soc Psy

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When implemented strategically, sports can address various socio‐economic challenges and contribute to improving the well‐being of individuals and communities. This study explores the perceptions of citizens on the capabilities of sports in its present state in Ghana as an option for poverty reduction strategy. The researchers combined both qualitative and quantitative approaches, methodologies and techniques in this study. The researchers made use of questionnaires and interviews to gather data for this study. The study implored the integration of data methods by using sequential approach, and the six steps of thematic analysis proposed by Braun and Clarke (2012, Thematic analysis, American Psychological Association) in the data analysis. The research recognised that participation in sports can improve one's health, give one life skills and foster a sense of community togetherness. However, given the weak foundation for sports development in Ghana, the current situation of sports in the country cannot be used as a strategy for reducing poverty.

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The capabilities of sports as an option for poverty reduction strategy: Citizen perspective

Luguterah,

Mohammed,

Apaak

et al. 2024

Community & Applied Soc Psy

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“…However, research on intrapreneurship in the sports field is scattered and/or with a diverse focus (Lara-Bocanegra et al, 2021;Ratten, 2021). In recent years, several studies linked to the generation of intrapreneurial intentions in the sports field (Jones et al, 2017;Lara-Bocanegra et al, 2022b, 2022aZvosec et al, 2023) and others linked to the generation of the intention to undertake intrapreneurially in university students (Gonz alez-Serrano, 2019;Gonz alez-Serrano et al, 2018, 2019, 2023Zainuddin and Mukhtar, 2023) have been published.…”

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Fit-intrapreneurship in the emerging economy of health and fitness industry

Lara-Bocanegra,

Pedragosa,

García-Fernández

et al. 2024

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Purpose This study aims to analyze the precursors of high and low intrapreneurial intentions among fitness center employees, considering various variables (gender, age, organization size and job satisfaction). Design/methodology/approach The study involved 166 fitness center employees of the Portuguese fitness center. The study used a two-part questionnaire to gather sociodemographic data and assess variables related to intrapreneurial intentions and job satisfaction among fitness employees. The first part collected basic demographic information, while the second used validated scales to measure intrapreneurial intentions (innovation and risk-taking) and job satisfaction (intrinsic and extrinsic). Findings This study underscores intrapreneurship as key for the evolving global fitness sector, highlighting job satisfaction as critical for fostering intrapreneurial intentions. Age, organizational size and gender diversity are also significant, suggesting that fostering a diverse and satisfied workforce under transformational leadership can enhance fitness organizations’ adaptability and growth. Social implications This research supports the growth of the fitness sector by demonstrating how intrapreneurship, propelled by job satisfaction, can resolve challenges, benefiting fitness centers regardless of size, age or gender diversity. Originality/value The study highlights the vital role of intrapreneurs in the fitness industry, advocating a nongender-biased approach to intrapreneurship and identifying job satisfaction as key to fostering intrapreneurial intentions, beneficial for all fitness centers.

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Unlocking green innovation and environmental performance: the mediated moderation of green absorptive capacity and green innovation climate

Akhtar,

Li,

Sohu

et al. 2023

Environ Sci Pollut Res

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Human capital generative potential: cultivating intrapreneurial employees in sport and recreation organizations

Cited by 5 publications

References 41 publications

The capabilities of sports as an option for poverty reduction strategy: Citizen perspective

The capabilities of sports as an option for poverty reduction strategy: Citizen perspective

Fit-intrapreneurship in the emerging economy of health and fitness industry

Unlocking green innovation and environmental performance: the mediated moderation of green absorptive capacity and green innovation climate

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