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    Employee performance management for improved workplace motivation
    (IGI Global, 2024-08-24) Rajapakshe, W
    In the dynamic landscape of organizational management, the challenge of effectively evaluating and enhancing employee performance stands as a pivotal obstacle to maximizing workplace productivity and motivation. Traditional performance appraisal methods often fall short in providing meaningful insights into employees' contributions and fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This gap between outdated evaluation techniques and the evolving demands of the modern workforce presents a pressing dilemma for Human Resource Management professionals and organizational leaders worldwide. Employee Performance Management for Improved Workplace Motivation emerges as a definitive solution to this critical problem, offering a comprehensive guide to revolutionizing performance management systems. This book meticulously explores the intricacies of performance evaluation, from planning and monitoring to reviewing and rewarding. By integrating theoretical frameworks, practical case studies, and strategic insights, the book equips HR professionals, managers, and scholars with the tools and knowledge needed to implement effective performance management practices that drive employee motivation and organizational success. The book identifies common challenges in performance evaluation and addresses global cultural differences and ethical considerations inherent in the process. By providing actionable strategies and best practices, this book serves as a beacon of guidance for those seeking to optimize performance management systems and cultivate a culture of high performance and engagement within their organizations. Whether utilized in academic research, staff training programs, or executive consultations, this book offers a transformative approach to redefining performance evaluation and enhancing workplace motivation.
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    Strategies for Effective Employee Rewards and Compensation Management
    (IGI Global, 2025) Rajapakshe, W
    Talent retention and employee satisfaction are critical to organizational success. Businesses must go beyond traditional pay structures to design strategies that balance financial incentives with recognition and meaningful benefits. By aligning compensation systems with organizational goals and market competitiveness, leaders can foster loyalty and boost productivity. Strategic approaches to rewards and compensation not only drive individual performance but also strengthen the overall resilience and success of the organization. Strategies for Effective Employee Rewards and Compensation Management explores the critical role of compensation management in attracting, retaining, and motivating employees while aligning with organizational goals. This book designs and implements effective compensation strategies. Covering topics such as management, business strategies, and employee retention, this book is an excellent resource for HR professionals, business leaders, educators, and policymakers.
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    Introduction to Compensation Management
    (IGI Global, 2025-01-01) Rajapakshe, W
    This chapter examines compensation management, emphasizing its vital role in modern organizations. It defines compensation management, distinguishing between direct (salaries, bonuses) and indirect (benefits, non- monetary rewards) forms. The chapter highlights its importance in attracting, retaining, and motivating talent, linking these outcomes to performance and sustainability. It explores how compensation reflects and reinforces culture and values, shaping behavior and commitment. The evolution from an operational to a strategic HR function is outlined, showing alignment with goals such as innovation and efficiency. The role of compensation in managing change, supporting globalization, and embracing diversity is discussed, illustrating adaptability to complex environments. Key principles of effective compensation management and a six- step process—from job analysis to wage and salary implementation—are presented, underscoring its contribution to a motivated, engaged, high- performing workforce aligned with strategy.
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    Designing a Compensation Strategy
    (IGI Global, 2025-01-01) Rajapakshe, W
    This chapter provides a comprehensive analysis of compensation design as a strategic lever for organizational success. It examines strategic compensation planning, highlighting the alignment of pay systems with business objectives to motivate desired behaviors, enhance productivity, and support long- term goals. Factors affecting employee compensation—including internal equity, external competitiveness, performance, skills, experience, and market benchmarks—are explored to inform effective pay decisions. The chapter distinguishes job evaluation from performance appraisal, emphasizing its role in establishing fair, transparent pay structures. Key features and methods of job evaluation—ranking, classification, point- factor, and factor comparison—are discussed, offering practical guidance for designing compensation systems that attract and retain talent, reinforce performance, and sustain competitive advantage in evolving business environments.
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    The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Modern Hiring
    (IGI Global, 2025-08-07) Rajapakshe, W
    This study explores the transformative impact of AI on talent acquisition, highlighting its evolution within HRM and redefining recruitment in the digital era. It examines AI's integration across key recruitment functions, including resume screening, chatbots, interview scheduling, and predictive analytics for candidate suitability. The research reviews core technologies such as Natural Language Processing (NLP), Machine Learning (ML), Robotic Process Automation (RPA), and facial recognition. While AI enhances efficiency, reduces bias, and supports data-driven decisions, it also introduces ethical and regulatory challenges related to fairness, privacy, and transparency. The study draws upon theoretical models like the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology (UTAUT), and Diffusion of Innovation (DOI) to contextualize AI adoption. Finally, it presents a comparative analysis of global trends and Sri Lanka's local context, offering insights into the factors influencing AI adoption in recruitment and the future of digital HR practices.
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    Learning Style Preferences of Business Students in Saudi Arabia
    (IGI GLOBLE Scientific, 2024) Rajapakshe, W
    This chapter describes different types of learning style models It further explores Saudi Arabian business students' behavior regarding their preferences for different learning styles, as defined by the VAK learning styles model. 138 respondents who registered for theoretical courses and 128 for mathematical courses participated in the study. The data was gathered using a VAK modality questionnaire. The analysis indicated an apparent inclination towards multimodal learning compared to unimodal learning, with visual learning being the most favored unimodal mode. Moreover, the results of the independent sample t-test reveal no statistically significant difference in preferences among students enrolled in theoretical modules and those enrolled in mathematical modules.