Award Date

12-1-2022

Degree Type

Professional Paper

Degree Name

Master of Science in Hotel Administration

Department

William F. Harrah College of Hospitality

Number of Pages

48

Abstract

Over the past few years, the world has been shaken by the COVID-19 pandemic and technological advancements that have contributed towards work-life imbalances. Now more than ever, organizations are focusing on improving mental health and well-being. This understanding holds value towards the hospitality industry as employee wellbeing has a direct link towards consumer experience. Considering the nature of the business, employees endure distress resulting from emotional labor, long work hours, etc, understanding how organizations can improve well-being is critical. This paper attempts to make significant contribution towards understanding both individual and organizational outcomes of mindfulness, best practices, and potential limitations within the hospitality industry for future success. By assessing the concepts covered within this document, hospitality organizations will be able to explore and better understand alternative methods aimed at enhancing overall psychological well-being, aiding the current mental health dilemma.

Keywords

Mindfulness; Hospitality industry; Psychological well-being; Stress; Training; Workplace

Controlled Subject

Hospitality industry--Employees

Disciplines

Health Psychology | Hospitality Administration and Management

File Format

pdf

File Size

403 KB

Degree Grantor

University of Nevada, Las Vegas

Language

English

Rights

IN COPYRIGHT. For more information about this rights statement, please visit http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/

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