VOLUME XXV (2023)

Labour market in this world has many diversities depending on the country in which every country has a different policy to provide or assist their population. Based on the world development plans, the world government aims to increase the labour force in order to improve the economic performance, which means government sector, business sector, and international firms require a huge amount of work forces to operate their own organization. So the requirements of the workplace mostly need employees that are satisfied to work, have labour skills and reliable on development and profitability to their firm. Currently, Laos is about to getting forward from undeveloped country to developing country, which it is also effect directly to Ministry of Education, and Sport of Laos such create policy for support the development on education field. According to this, most of the firms also expect that their future employees should at least graduate with a bachelor degree. Therefore, the purpose of this study is to show how the issue of employment is currently developing in Laos based on the results of the questionnaire.

• Citation: Luangaphay, K., Vida, V. (2023). The analysis of educational level affecting on employment in Vientiane capital, Lao People's Democratic Republic. Cross-Cultural Management Journal, Year (Volume) XXV, Issue (1/2023), 7-15.
• Published on: 8 March 2023
• Keywords: Laos; education; job; employees;
• Pages: 7-15
• Received: 29 January 2023
• Final revision and acceptance: 7 March 2023

Nowadays, sustainability is the focus of consumers, companies, and researchers, driving changes in both company and consumer behavior. Through this research we wanted to find out how Generation Z adults’ position towards the sustainability of food retailers in the city of Iasi using qualitative research conducted through interviews. The analysis of the interviews revealed interesting aspects, a new definition of the concept and possible ideas for changes which could be adopted by food retailers to achieve a higher degree of sustainability. Among the components related to the sustainability of food retailers, our research showed that respondents consider that the most important are the selective waste collection and the use of green technologies, giving less importance to the employment of people with disabilities or contracting with local suppliers and the lowest priority being the level of employee wages. Some changes the interviewees proposed consist of installing solar panels and more efficient lighting systems, using biodegradable packaging for products and being more careful to the waste management system.

• Citation: Petrea M.I. (2023). Generation Z adults and the sustainability of food retailers in Iași, Romania. Cross-Cultural Management Journal, Year (Volume) XXV, Issue (1/2023), 17-26.
• Published on: 24 May 2023
• Keywords: sustainability; food retail; generation Z;
• Pages: 17-26
• Received: 25 February 2023
• Final revision and acceptance: 23 May 2023

The social-economical processes of the historical province Bukovina, in the interwar period, have followed, in a great part, the broad lines of entire Romania, influenced, at its turn, by a few political figures whose conceptions, perceptions and representations would make part from the programmatic documents of the orientations and political parties which influenced, in different ways, the evolution of Romania's social and economical life and also of the new united provinces. In the following, we wish to point out the main stages of the social-economical evolution of the interwar Bucovina, and also the natural and anthropic potential, the political and cultural factor which included, in space and in time, the social-economical phenomena, as they were reflected in the media at that time, in the official statistics, in the state of mind of the minorities and of the titular population, being known the fact that the representatives and the social preconceptions can differ among the different social-professional, cultural, political, administrative categories, leaders and opinion groups.

• Citation: Popescu-Cruceanu, A. (2023). Social and economic structures of population from Bukovina in interwar period. Cross-Cultural Management Journal, Year (Volume) XXV, Issue (1/2023), 27-39.
• Published on: 26 March 2023
• Keywords: socio-economic structure; the agrarian reform; ethnic minorities; national policies;
• Pages: 27-39
• Received: 9 March 2023
• Final revision and acceptance: 25 March 2023

Today, lean has become an extremely popular field of research. Nothing proves its popularity better than the fact that it is now used not only by production companies, but also by service companies, and its appearance in office environments is even more common. Its domestic and international literature is constantly expanding. Lean is an extremely complex field of science, as it is made up of many fields: innovation, change management, organizational development, process management, quality management, knowledge management. In our publication, we describe the basic concepts of the affected areas and their connection to lean management.

• Citation: Bogdán M., Popovics P. (2023). The diverse lean areas of application in business life. Cross-Cultural Management Journal, Year (Volume) XXV, Issue (1/2023), 41-47.
• Published on: 29 May 2023
• Keywords: lean; continuous improvement; innovation; process management; organizational development; knowledge management; quality management;
• Pages: 41-47
• Received: 14 April 2023
• Final revision and acceptance: 28 May 2023

Entrepreneurship is a key engine of economic growth, and entrepreneurial leadership (EL) is a crucial element of entrepreneurship. Yet, its investigation continues to be debated, and its assimilation into the greater leadership literature is limited. Although transformational leadership (TL) theory remains understudied and underappreciated, some suggest that EL is a different construct from existing leadership approaches. In addition, the relationship between TL and EL is ambiguous because TL is typically used to evaluate entrepreneurial leaders. Our research intends to contribute to the existing body of knowledge by elucidating the distinction and overlap between the two leadership philosophies and their gendered perspective. This article contributes to the nascent transformational, entrepreneurial leadership literature by reviewing the present body of knowledge addressing the interdisciplinarity of the emerging concept of entrepreneurial leadership.

• Citation: Chitac I., Agheorghiesei D. (2023). Can the nexus entrepreneur-leader shape the transformational, entrepreneurial leader? An overview of the conceptual and gendered interdisciplinarity. Cross-Cultural Management Journal, Year (Volume) XXV, Issue (1/2023), 49-58.
• Published on: 5 June 2023
• Keywords: transformational, entrepreneurial leadership, gender, interdisciplinary;
• Pages: 49-58
• Received: 29 April 2023
• Final revision and acceptance: 4 June 2023

This article explores the importance of physiotherapy and physical activity for the elderly in nursing home. They play crucial roles in enhancing the well-being and quality of life for residents in nursing homes. Physiotherapy, a specialized form of therapy focused on improving movement and function, has been proven to be highly beneficial for elderly individuals. It helps enhance mobility, reduce pain, and prevent common age-related health issues, such as falls. And the physical activity has been widely recognized as an effective means of promoting overall health and well-being in the elderly population.

• Citation: Khalaily, J. (2023). Enhancing well-being and quality of life: the importance of physiotherapy and physical activity for the elderly in nursing home facilities. Cross-Cultural Management Journal, Year (Volume) XXV, Issue (1/2023), 59-63.
• Published on: 30 June 2023
• Keywords: nursing home, elderly population, physiotherapy, physical activity;
• Pages: 59-63
• Received: 5 May 2023
• Final revision and acceptance: 29 June 2023

This article explores the role of team sports in fostering inclusivity and empathy among diverse student groups in the school sport context. While previous research has highlighted the potential of social education in physical education, this study focuses on the specific impact of team sports on social development. Drawing from relevant literature and empirical studies, we investigate how team sports provide a unique platform for students from different backgrounds to collaborate and learn together. The article delves into the effectiveness of cooperative teaching methods and their influence on promoting social assistance behavior and cooperation. Furthermore, we explore the concept of role theory and its relevance in enhancing social competence and conflict resolution skills in school sports. The significance of reflective teaching as a tool for encouraging positive social behaviors is also discussed. By emphasizing the importance of diversity, cooperation, and reflective practices, this article highlights the potential of team sports as a means to nurture well-rounded individuals who excel in sportsmanship and empathy.

• Citation: Amiel, N. Y. (2023). The role of team sports in fostering inclusivity and empathy among diverse student groups. Cross-Cultural Management Journal, Year (Volume) XXV, Issue (2/2023), 87-92.
• Published on: 16 September 2023
• Keywords: team sports, empathy, social education, cooperative teaching methods, conflict resolution;
• Pages: 87-92
• Received: 27 July 2023
• Final revision and acceptance: 14 September 2023

The shortage of registered nurses (RNs) is a challenging situation in many developed and developing countries, and this phenomenon is expected to exacerbate in the coming years, given the rise in life expectancy at birth. Many scholars emphasize the importance of RNs in achieving quality care, preventing complications, and achieving desired medical and health outcomes. Therefore, the shortage of nurses has a direct impact on the health of the population. This study conducts a comparison between the shortage of nurses in Canada and Israel. The study found many similarities in the causes of this shortage, yet there are differences in the assignment of nurses as well as in the recruitment of foreign nurses from abroad. Further, the number of new graduates who joined the health system in Israel and Canada in recent years was constant and stable. Looking at the trends in the employment of nurses in recent years, we learn about an increase in the number of nurses employed and a flat line over the years in the ratio of nurses per thousand inhabitants in both Israel and Canada. Additional reasons for the shortage of RNs lie in the slight increase in the number of students graduating from nursing schools in both Israel and Canada. Finally, both countries need to develop the training of RNs as a result of the increasing medical complexity of the patients, which requires professional nursing intervention in hospitalization and in the community. The article also discusses the issue of increasing the supply of nurses through retention and migration policies.

• Citation: Mazor, M. -M. (2023). The underlying causes for the shortage of nurses and how to rectify it: a comparison between Canada and Israel. Cross-Cultural Management Journal, Year (Volume) XXV, Issue (2/2023), 93-104.
• Published on: 5 November 2023
• Keywords: shortage of nurses; Health Canada; Israeli Ministry of Health; migration of nurses; retention of nurses; job dissatisfaction; burnout;
• Pages: 93-104
• Received: 3 August 2023
• Final revision and acceptance: 4 November 2023

Digital Human Resource Management transformation represent a reality that each organisation is dealing with these days, a situation that was accelerated by COVID-19 pandemic period. Organisations that are taking this step are determined by the benefits that the transformation could have for both employees and organisation’s performance. However, research in the field failed in offering the evidence on these benefits in relation to all type of performance. At the same time, despite the advantages brought, the process could still be a challenge for HR professionals to implement, as blending digital processes and human touch is not so easy to be done. Research on the way in which the digital HRM transformation should take place, focusing on factors that facilitate the transformation as well as on HR professionals competencies needed is recommended. Thereby, the purpose of our paper is to analyse the main concepts of augmenting HRM and to propose a future research methodology for this topic.

• Citation: Turnea, E. -S., Aruștei C. C. (2023). Augmenting HRM through enhancing the benefits of digital transformation. Cross-Cultural Management Journal, Year (Volume) XXV, Issue (2/2023), 105-111.
• Published on: 8 December 2023
• Keywords: augmentation; digitization; automation; artificial intelligence (AI); technology; human resource management (HRM); digital transformation; augmented capabilities;
• Pages: 105-111
• Received: 12 September 2023
• Final revision and acceptance: 7 December 2023

The paper focuses on the increasing number of new trends in the food sector, specifically animal-origin food and their alternatives, driven by different factors, such as, health considerations, environmental sustainability, evolving taste preferences, etc. The objective of the study is to examine the impact of changes in dietary preferences and motivations on the consumption of new trends in food, animal-origin food, and their alternatives. Our aims to evaluate the role of health considerations in influencing shifts towards new food trends like plant-based diets and alternative protein sources and investigating the environmental sustainability of these new food trends’ potential to reduce the carbon footprint of the food industry. Additionally, the study's aims to investigate how technological advancements affect the production and distribution of animal-origin food alternatives and their acceptance by consumers. This examination considers both the benefits and potential challenges associated with these developments. The study includes the quantitative research structured into multiple-choice questions to gather insights and perceptions among the group of respondents regarding current trends in food, animal-origin food, and animal-origin food alternatives. The online survey questionnaire consist 110 members and the data analysed with the SPSS software. A substantial quantity of data was utilized when researching, comparing, and creating this study. Among these was a questionnaire study of the new trends in food, focusing on animal-origin food alternatives around the world.

• Citation: Arbolishvili L., Vida V. (2023). Analysis of new trends in the food sector, with a focus on food of animal-origin. Cross-Cultural Management Journal, Year (Volume) XXV, Issue (2/2023), 113-124.
• Published on: 8 December 2023
• Keywords: food sector; food trends; animal-origin food; animal-origin food alternatives;
• Pages: 113-124
• Received: 28 September 2023
• Final revision and acceptance: 7 December 2023

This paper investigates the role of coaching in driving performance improvement during the implementation of quality management systems (QMS) in a Romanian shared service center. Utilizing a qualitative approach, the study aims to answer three key questions: Could overall project implementation be improved by using coaching techniques? Can coaching techniques enhance overall project implementation? Was coaching a relevant tool for the core project team? And could coaching methods be used to support the development of a quality culture? The findings demonstrate that organizational coaching played a crucial role in enhancing employee engagement, designing solutions, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Coaching interventions facilitated the overcoming of resistance to change, clarification of roles and responsibilities, and development of necessary skills. Leadership endorsement and a structured coaching framework were identified as important factors for achieving success. The current research contributes to the existing literature on coaching for performance improvement in QMS implementation, specifically in shared service centers. It offers practical insights for organizations aiming to implement QMS effectively and leverage coaching as a tool for driving performance improvement. The study emphasizes the need for tailored coaching approaches in alignment with the organizational and cultural context.

• Citation: Munteanu A.-R., Pavel A. P. (2023). Coaching as a tool for improving QMS implementation – a case study in a shared service center in Romania. Cross-Cultural Management Journal, Year (Volume) XXV, Issue (2/2023), 125-130.
• Published on: 8 December 2023
• Keywords: coaching; performance improvement; quality management systems; shared service center; Romania;
• Pages: 125-130
• Received: 14 October 2023
• Final revision and acceptance: 7 December 2023

Universities play a fundamental role when it comes to professional life and for this purpose, they focus on innovative forms of pedagogy that stimulate the development of students' skills and their greater adaptability to the requirements of the labour market. The present paper is triggered by the importance and need to address the Service Based Learning (SBL) method in the field of administrative sciences as a link between student-centred pedagogies, promoting students' social responsibility and improving their insertion on the labour market specifically for the Romanian public administration that has the duty to satisfy the general interest established by law, by reporting on the impact of adopting a Government Decision which approved the operating of pre-university education units with pilot-status, experimental and application units. The paper highlights the fact that the institutionalization of the SBL method is necessary, being a present-day and appropriate approach as future generations of students seem to be favouring the experimental and applicative aspects in education, so SBL will become a good tool for organizational promotion meant to attract future candidates trained according to the newly launched educational approach.

• Citation: Nicolescu C. E., Bițoiu T. I., Marinică C.E. (2023). Service based learning – a bespoke tool to turn prospective students into better employees. Cross-Cultural Management Journal, Year (Volume) XXV, Issue (2/2023), 131-141.
• Published on: 8 December 2023
• Keywords: experiential learning; Service Based Learning; University promotion; public administration; labour market;
• Pages: 131-141
• Received: 26 October 2023
• Final revision and acceptance: 7 December 2023

Starting with the 1970s, major European cities successfully added arts and culture to their mix of urban renewal strategies. When art is part of the vision for a better city, streets are transformed into open-air galleries, buildings become alternative environments for creative expression, and the quality-of-life increases. This positive transformation tends to attract newcomers with higher income levels, which can lead to gentrification, a phenomenon which negatively affects local communities. Finding the equilibrium in this balancing act demands carefully planned urban regeneration strategies, aligned with local contexts and flexible enough to address the various needs of the long-term inhabitants.

• Citation: Ciuculescu E.-L., Luca A. F. (2023). A balancing act: urban regeneration through arts & culture. Cross-Cultural Management Journal, Year (Volume) XXV, Issue (2/2023), 143-147.
• Published on: 8 December 2023
• Keywords: urban regeneration; arts; culture;
• Pages: 143-147
• Received: 30 October 2023
• Final revision and acceptance: 7 December 2023