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Papers by Cătălina Radu

Research paper thumbnail of Fostering a Positive Workplace Culture: Impacts on Performance and Agility

IntechOpen eBooks, Oct 24, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of The Mediating Role of Entrepreneurial Leadership Between Perceived Organisational Culture and Engagement

Economic Computation and Economic Cybernetics Studies and Research, Sep 21, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Mapping the Knowledge Area Research in Job Performance Determinants

Proceedings of the ... International Management Conference, Mar 6, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Board Games And Social Interaction – Fashion Or Real Priorities In The Digital Era?

Proceedings of the INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE, 2018

As teachers, our general goal is to improve the educational process, to increase knowledge and sk... more As teachers, our general goal is to improve the educational process, to increase knowledge and skills of our students and to increase their motivation to learn. One of the ways to obtain all these is through using board games as part of the experiential learning. This paper presents a series of results after using two board games – Pandemic and Power Grid Deluxe – with business students in The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania. The main methods used are observation of the participants when playing the games, two questionnaires applied after these activities and the development of interview guide, which served as a basis for four group interviews. Our main idea as a conclusion of both our activities and of this paper is that board games and social interaction should be increasingly used in business higher education.

Research paper thumbnail of Internal Saboteurs and Work Performance – Implications for HRM Practices

Proceedings of the ... International Management Conference, Feb 18, 2022

Research paper thumbnail of Improving Organizational Citizenship Behavior based on Flow Experience

Risk in Contemporary Economy, 2016

Building on previous research on Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) and its influence on t... more Building on previous research on Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) and its influence on the performance of SMEs, this article intends to expand the investigation area to the concept of Flow and its relationship with OCB. In this paper we performed an analysis of the two theoretical constructs, we highlighted similarities and complementarities and we formulated arguments supporting the need to implement strategies that promote a state of flow. Our study points out that through these strategies, employees are encouraged to perform an extra role, beyond their formal duties, which generates an increase of OCB and favorable conditions for sustainable development.

Research paper thumbnail of Lean Six Sigma Strategy at Work: Ups, Downs and Lessons Learned From Implementation - A Literature Review

Economia: Seria Management, Jun 1, 2015

Research paper thumbnail of Strategic and Tactical Movements and Organizations’ Competitiveness

Annals of DAAAM for ... & proceedings of the ... International DAAAM Symposium .., 2011

Research paper thumbnail of Self-awareness and personal development plans of students

New Trends and Issues Proceedings on Humanities and Social Sciences, Nov 1, 2017

Research paper thumbnail of Sustainable purchasing role in the development of business

Proceedings of the ... International Conference on Business Excellence, Dec 1, 2021

Research paper thumbnail of Modern Instruments for Measuring Organizational Performance

Annals of Faculty of Economics, Dec 1, 2010

Research paper thumbnail of The Use of Information and Communications Technology in Vocational Education and Training—Premise of Sustainability

Sustainability, May 8, 2018

Research paper thumbnail of How to Increase Teacher Performance through Engagement and Work Efficacy

Sustainability, Aug 16, 2022

Research paper thumbnail of Motivation in the Educational Process and English as a Medium of Instruction

Proceedings of the INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE, 2015

Research paper thumbnail of Advertising and Intellectual Property Rights – a Key to Companies’ Competitiveness

The Young Economists Journal, 2007

Research paper thumbnail of The Press Release – the Media Instrument for Increasing Competitiveness

The Young Economists Journal, 2007

Research paper thumbnail of Need and potential risks of strategic alliances for competing successfully

Economia: Seria Management, Jun 1, 2010

Research paper thumbnail of The Impact Of Organizations' Potential Of Competitiveness On Their Current Strategic And Tactical Movements

Annals of Faculty of Economics, 2010

Research paper thumbnail of Competitiveness and Performance on the Cosmetics Market

DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals), Dec 1, 2011

Research paper thumbnail of Business Higher Education “In Action”

Research paper thumbnail of Fostering a Positive Workplace Culture: Impacts on Performance and Agility

IntechOpen eBooks, Oct 24, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of The Mediating Role of Entrepreneurial Leadership Between Perceived Organisational Culture and Engagement

Economic Computation and Economic Cybernetics Studies and Research, Sep 21, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Mapping the Knowledge Area Research in Job Performance Determinants

Proceedings of the ... International Management Conference, Mar 6, 2023

Research paper thumbnail of Board Games And Social Interaction – Fashion Or Real Priorities In The Digital Era?

Proceedings of the INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE, 2018

As teachers, our general goal is to improve the educational process, to increase knowledge and sk... more As teachers, our general goal is to improve the educational process, to increase knowledge and skills of our students and to increase their motivation to learn. One of the ways to obtain all these is through using board games as part of the experiential learning. This paper presents a series of results after using two board games – Pandemic and Power Grid Deluxe – with business students in The Bucharest University of Economic Studies, Romania. The main methods used are observation of the participants when playing the games, two questionnaires applied after these activities and the development of interview guide, which served as a basis for four group interviews. Our main idea as a conclusion of both our activities and of this paper is that board games and social interaction should be increasingly used in business higher education.

Research paper thumbnail of Internal Saboteurs and Work Performance – Implications for HRM Practices

Proceedings of the ... International Management Conference, Feb 18, 2022

Research paper thumbnail of Improving Organizational Citizenship Behavior based on Flow Experience

Risk in Contemporary Economy, 2016

Building on previous research on Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) and its influence on t... more Building on previous research on Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) and its influence on the performance of SMEs, this article intends to expand the investigation area to the concept of Flow and its relationship with OCB. In this paper we performed an analysis of the two theoretical constructs, we highlighted similarities and complementarities and we formulated arguments supporting the need to implement strategies that promote a state of flow. Our study points out that through these strategies, employees are encouraged to perform an extra role, beyond their formal duties, which generates an increase of OCB and favorable conditions for sustainable development.

Research paper thumbnail of Lean Six Sigma Strategy at Work: Ups, Downs and Lessons Learned From Implementation - A Literature Review

Economia: Seria Management, Jun 1, 2015

Research paper thumbnail of Strategic and Tactical Movements and Organizations’ Competitiveness

Annals of DAAAM for ... & proceedings of the ... International DAAAM Symposium .., 2011

Research paper thumbnail of Self-awareness and personal development plans of students

New Trends and Issues Proceedings on Humanities and Social Sciences, Nov 1, 2017

Research paper thumbnail of Sustainable purchasing role in the development of business

Proceedings of the ... International Conference on Business Excellence, Dec 1, 2021

Research paper thumbnail of Modern Instruments for Measuring Organizational Performance

Annals of Faculty of Economics, Dec 1, 2010

Research paper thumbnail of The Use of Information and Communications Technology in Vocational Education and Training—Premise of Sustainability

Sustainability, May 8, 2018

Research paper thumbnail of How to Increase Teacher Performance through Engagement and Work Efficacy

Sustainability, Aug 16, 2022

Research paper thumbnail of Motivation in the Educational Process and English as a Medium of Instruction

Proceedings of the INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE, 2015

Research paper thumbnail of Advertising and Intellectual Property Rights – a Key to Companies’ Competitiveness

The Young Economists Journal, 2007

Research paper thumbnail of The Press Release – the Media Instrument for Increasing Competitiveness

The Young Economists Journal, 2007

Research paper thumbnail of Need and potential risks of strategic alliances for competing successfully

Economia: Seria Management, Jun 1, 2010

Research paper thumbnail of The Impact Of Organizations' Potential Of Competitiveness On Their Current Strategic And Tactical Movements

Annals of Faculty of Economics, 2010

Research paper thumbnail of Competitiveness and Performance on the Cosmetics Market

DOAJ (DOAJ: Directory of Open Access Journals), Dec 1, 2011

Research paper thumbnail of Business Higher Education “In Action”

Research paper thumbnail of Fostering a Positive Workplace Culture: Impacts on Performance and Agility

Human Resource Management - An Update, 2023

This chapter explores the profound influence of a positive workplace culture on work performance ... more This chapter explores the profound influence of a positive workplace culture on work performance and organizational agility. It delves into the multidimensional aspects of positive psychology, organizational culture, and their interplay in creating a flourishing work environment. A positive workplace culture, informed by principles from positive psychology, sets the stage for a thriving and engaged workforce. By cultivating an environment that values employee well-being, growth, and collaboration, organizations can unlock the full potential of their teams and enhance overall performance. This chapter examines how a positive culture positively impacts work performance, leading to increased productivity, efficiency, and quality of work. We delve into the key elements of a positive workplace culture, including fostering a growth mindset, encouraging resilience in the face of challenges, and promoting psychological safety. Through these components, employees are empowered to take risks, innovate, and embrace change, contributing to enhanced organizational agility, which means companies can adapt quickly to changing market dynamics and seize new opportunities. Therefore, this chapter offers valuable insights for human resources (HR) professionals, managers, and leaders seeking to create a positive, agile work environment that fuels organizational success.