Reading and corporations: first results of a questionnaire

Authors

  • Paolo Di Nicola University of Perugia
  • Andrea Laudadio Head of TIM Academy & Development | TIM S.p.A., Roma

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7347/EdL-02-2024-02

Keywords:

reading habits, reading pleasure, workplace well-being, corporate training, survey

Abstract

The article examines the reading habits of TIM employees and explores the perceived effects of these habits within the workplace. A questionnaire was administered to a sample of 1027 employees distributed across Italy. The questionnaire included 18 items that assessed four main areas: the use of reading for professional development, reading for pleasure, the practice of reading aloud to children, and general reading habits. The findings reveal that while the majority of employees engage in reading primarily for pleasure, and only a small proportion use reading as a tool for professional development. However, reading for pleasure appears to offer significant benefits in the workplace, contributing to improved personal well-being, increased work performance, and enhanced interpersonal relationships among colleagues. Additionally, the study shows that reading habits are linked to educational qualifications: university graduates tend to read more frequently and report greater benefits from their reading habits. The analysis highlights the absence of significant correlations between reading for professional development and reading for pleasure, suggesting that while reading for pleasure is widely valued for its positive impact on well-being and workplace dynamics, reading for professional development may not be as deeply integrated into employees' daily work practices. Overall, the study proposes that promoting reading—especially for pleasure—within the workplace could foster greater employee well-being, improve team dynamics, and have potential implications for corporate training programs.

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Published

2024-12-31

How to Cite

Di Nicola, P., & Laudadio, A. (2024). Reading and corporations: first results of a questionnaire. Effetti Di Lettura / Effects of Reading, 3(2), 020–029. https://doi.org/10.7347/EdL-02-2024-02

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