Meaning of work for tourist guides in Malaysia: An exploration through attribution theory

Yen Phin Ng and Balvinder Kaur Kler and Oscar Dousin and Leila Afshari (2024) Meaning of work for tourist guides in Malaysia: An exploration through attribution theory. Current Issues in Tourism. pp. 1-5. ISSN 1368-3500

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Abstract

This study addresses issues related to tourist guides (TGs) precarious work conditions might unfold a unique meaning of work (MoW). Attribution Theory is utilised to explain how TGs decide their MoW attributions. A total of 25 semi-structured interviews and thematic analyses were employed. Findings indicated that most TGs interpret work as calling, followed by working atmosphere, job, professional contentment, job freedom, and career. Theoretically, the study enriches the existing MoW and Attribution Theory elucidating that TGs make more situational attributions. A significant contribution to tourism practices is providing medical insurance protection, training and development opportunities, and job empowerment.

Item Type:	Article
Keyword:	Attribution theory; meaning of work; tourist guides; Sabah; Malaysia
Subjects:	D World History and History Of Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Etc. > DS Asia > DS1-937 History of Asia > DS520-560.72 Southeast Asia > DS591-599 Malaysia. Malay Peninsula. Straits Settlements > DS595.8-597.215 History G Geography. Anthropology. Recreation > G Geography (General). Atlases. Maps > G1-922 Geography (General) > G149-180 Travel. Voyages and travels (General) > G154.9-155.8 Travel and state. Tourism
Department:	FACULTY > Faculty of Business, Economics and Accounting
Depositing User:	ABDULLAH BIN SABUDIN -
Date Deposited:	18 Oct 2024 15:34
Last Modified:	18 Oct 2024 15:34
URI:	https://eprints.ums.edu.my/id/eprint/41457

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