Passion in corporate cultures: master thesis online!

Romy Steinhaeuser has finished her master thesis on the theme of passion in organisations. She did a great job in an unexplored field. I can really recommend reading (parts of) her thesis because of...:

• The distinction between passion and other concepts that are related, such as motivation.
• The style of writing is very clear and easy to read.
• The interview reports (you find two examples in appendix E and F) are inspiring to read. Both the content (they really are journeys to passion) and the form (novel-like stories) she chose contribute to that.
• The conclusion that passion has three phases: 1. recognition, 2. maintenance, 3. development).
• The various factors that promote and inhibit passion. E.g. the importance of co-workers, autonomy and appreciation.

passion flowerRomy Steinhaeuser is a former master student in the field of Human Resource Development at University of Twente. Her master thesis project focused on the concept of passion in corporate cultures. Romy says about her research:

"I have discovered my passion for passion about three years ago. Ever since, I am hooked and I feel drawn to the idea that passion can and maybe even should play a major role in organisational businesses and particularly those considering themselves being knowledge productive. For, passion can be seen as a source for energy, innovation, learning, development, et cetera". Read more in the 'articles'-section.