The data collection for the dissertation has been completed.
A doctoral dissertation on workplace attitudes
Do you reflect on the bigger questions when facing a challenge?
Do convictions arise as you contemplate life's journey?
Are you inclined to make important decisions based on principle?
You are invited to participate in a study on the beliefs of employees and volunteers and how they relate to their work in organizations. If you are interested in this study, please read the information below and, if after doing so you wish to participate, please click on the link to contact the researcher and arrange a time for an interview.
A doctoral dissertation on workplace attitudes
Do you reflect on the bigger questions when facing a challenge?
Do convictions arise as you contemplate life's journey?
Are you inclined to make important decisions based on principle?
You are invited to participate in a study on the beliefs of employees and volunteers and how they relate to their work in organizations. If you are interested in this study, please read the information below and, if after doing so you wish to participate, please click on the link to contact the researcher and arrange a time for an interview.
Information Letter for Participants
What am I exploring?You are invited to participate in a research study on the beliefs of employees and volunteers and how they relate to their work in organizations. Beliefs that are important to us, including spiritual, religious, and non-religious beliefs, affect our work every day but we don’t always understand how. For example, beliefs may guide us in workplace decisions or help in workplace relationships. This research is being done as part of a doctoral degree in business at McMaster University’s DeGroote School of Business.
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What will happen? |
You will be asked about your background (including your faith tradition if applicable), what your beliefs are, and how they relate to your work as an employee or volunteer. You will be invited to describe real-life situations where you may think about your beliefs. The interview will take 60 to 90 minutes. It will typically be conducted in person, and recorded by audio recorder and written notes. It may be done over the telephone as appropriate for you and the interviewer.
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What are the benefits? |
There will likely be no direct benefit to you. By participating in this study, you are helping us to understand how our diverse backgrounds make our workplaces vibrant and unique. Ultimately, we hope that this research will enhance the lives of Canadians by increasing our appreciation of the place of beliefs, values, spirituality, and religion in organizations and Canadian society.
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Will I be compensated? |
You will receive a $25 honorarium in appreciation of your involvement. This honorarium can be paid directly to you by cheque (or can be designated to a charity of your choice).
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Who will know what I said?Every effort will be made to protect your confidentiality and privacy. I will not use your name or any personal information that would allow others to know who you are. Only I, my faculty supervisor, and my research team will have access to your personal information. Please keep in mind that others may be able to guess who you are through the types of stories you tell or the references you make. We will reduce this possibility by interviewing several people from each faith tradition (including non-religious groups) and minimizing where possible the reporting of information that may allow others to know who you are.
All participants, including those in sensitive situations with clients or colleagues, will also be asked to avoid giving specific information that may identify others. The information you provide will be kept in a locked cabinet where only the research team will have access to it. Information kept on a computer will be protected by a password. Once the study is complete, an archive of the data, without identifying information, will be maintained. |
Are there any risks to me? |
The risks involved in participating in this study are minimal. However, you should be aware that despite our efforts outlined above, readers may freely associate observations made in the study to you, such that you perceive effects on your privacy or reputation. We will not question or put down your beliefs or experiences in any way. If you feel uncomfortable being asked about certain topics, you are freely welcomed to share only what you wish to reveal. You can stop taking part in the interview at any time. No one, including those from your workplace, will be told what you said or whether or not you chose to participate.
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What if I change my mind? |
Your participation in this study is voluntary. You can withdraw from the study at any time during the interview or within a month after the interview. If you decide to withdraw, there will be no consequences, and any data you had provided will be destroyed.
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Can I find out what you learned? |
I expect to have my research completed by mid- to late-2016. If you would like a brief summary of the results at that time, please let me know on the consent form.
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What if I have questions? |
If you have questions, please contact me at the telephone number and e-mail address on the first page. This study has been reviewed and cleared by the McMaster Research Ethics Board. If you have concerns or questions about your rights as a participant or about the way the study is conducted, please contact the MREB at (905) 525-9140 ext. 23142 [email protected].
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Complete the Consent Form
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Arrange an Appointment
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