Lived experiences of introverted South Asian women working in New Zealand : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Business Studies in Human Resource Management at Massey University, Albany, New Zealand
| dc.contributor.author | Tayyab, Mariam | |
| dc.date.accessioned | 2024-07-21T23:53:27Z | |
| dc.date.available | 2024-07-21T23:53:27Z | |
| dc.date.issued | 2023 | |
| dc.description.abstract | This qualitative study seeks to magnify the voices of introverted people by exploring the complex interaction of introversion, cultural identity, and work experiences among South Asian women in New Zealand. It seeks an in-depth understanding of the distinctive challenges and opportunities these professionals face throughout their careers. It focuses on attributes frequently ignored in an extroverted-centric society, particularly those linked with being introverted. This study unravels a complicated tapestry of experiences via in-depth interviews with eight introverted South Asian women. The narratives vividly illustrate the profound influence that societal expectations, cultural norms, and beliefs have on work environments. The study reveals vital themes, including a deep desire for solitude and personal space, the need to unwind after social interactions, and feelings of stress in extroverted environments. The study sheds light on participants' coping mechanisms for dealing with the deeply ingrained cultural norms of modesty and respect in South Asian countries. Additionally, it highlights the difficulties introverted South Asian women experience in environments where extroversion is highly valued and where they are frequently viewed as quiet or uninterested. The findings of this study have important implications for organizations and managers to create work cultures that recognize and capitalize on the talents of introverted people. Workplaces should actively encourage diversity, equity, and inclusion by identifying the value of introverted characteristics and understanding prevalent cultural intricacies. | |
| dc.identifier.uri | https://mro.massey.ac.nz/handle/10179/70258 | |
| dc.language.iso | en | |
| dc.publisher | Massey University | |
| dc.rights | The author | en |
| dc.title | Lived experiences of introverted South Asian women working in New Zealand : a thesis presented in partial fulfilment of the requirements for the degree of Master of Business Studies in Human Resource Management at Massey University, Albany, New Zealand | |
| dc.type | Thesis |