Understanding Teacher Optimism in the Workplace: A Qualitative Inquiry into HRM Practices

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Understanding Teacher Optimism in the Workplace: A Qualitative Inquiry into HRM Practices

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Umi Anugerah Izzati, Warih Handayaningrum, Nadia Asandimitra Haryono, Mohammad Ghozi

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Understanding Teacher Optimism in the Workplace: A Qualitative Inquiry into HRM Practices

Abstract/Description

Teacher optimism in the workplace is essential for fostering resilience and adaptability in educational settings. This qualitative study explores teacher optimism. Semi-structured interviews were conducted with nine vocational high school teachers. The findings reveal that teachers perceive challenges as temporary rather than permanent, maintain a clear boundary between work difficulties and personal life, and adopt a balanced perspective in attributing setbacks to both internal and external factors. Supportive HRM practices, such as professional development and adaptive policies, play a critical role in sustaining teacher optimism. These insights provide practical implications for school management to develop HR strategies that nurture a positive and resilient teaching workforce.

publication_date

2025/06/15

pdf_url

https://insyma.org/proceedings/files/articles/Umi Anugerah Izzati Warih Handayaningrum Nadia Asandimitra Haryono Mohammad Ghozi.pdf

abstract_html_url

https://insyma.org/proceedings/items/show/462

keywords

Teacher Optimism, HRM Practices, Qualitative Study, Vocational Education

firstpage

919

lastpage

924

issn

3047-857X

conference

Proceedings of the International Symposium on Management (INSYMA)

Volume

22

publisher_name

Fakultas Bisnis dan Ekonomika, Universitas Surabaya

Author #1

Umi Anugerah Izzati

Author #2

Warih Handayaningrum

Author #3

Nadia Asandimitra Haryono

Author #4

Mohammad Ghozi

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Umi Anugerah Izzati, Warih Handayaningrum, Nadia Asandimitra Haryono, Mohammad Ghozi

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Umi Anugerah Izzati Warih Handayaningrum Nadia Asandimitra Haryono Mohammad Ghozi.pdf

Citation

Umi Anugerah Izzati, Warih Handayaningrum, Nadia Asandimitra Haryono, Mohammad Ghozi, “Understanding Teacher Optimism in the Workplace: A Qualitative Inquiry into HRM Practices,” Proceedings of the International Symposium on Management (INSYMA), accessed July 1, 2025, https://insyma.org/proceedings/items/show/462.

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