LIVED EXPERIENCES OF RETRENCHED EMPLOYEES DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC

Laura Lunna, Ranggau (2022) LIVED EXPERIENCES OF RETRENCHED EMPLOYEES DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. [Final Year Project Report] (Unpublished)

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Abstract

This study examines the challenges faced by retrenched employees due to COVID-19 and its stress-coping method used by the employees that are affected by the situation. The data collection used qualitative approach. Semi-structured interviewed was conducted with eight participants that have different various of ages and working background. The findings were analyze using Thematic Analysis by Braun and Clarke (2006) which discussed about three main themes: Challenges, Source of Support and Stress-Coping. Studies suggested that all organisations or employers should implement suitable help for their retrenched workers, whether such assistance is financial or non-financial. The data are self-reported by the participants in the interviews, therefore their responses might be influenced by their moods and the circumstances they were in. In summary, retrenchment during COVID-19 period comes with a great challenge to the retrenched employees.

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