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Introduction: In the current worldwide labor context, where a disruption took place and employees experience. Methods: Participated in this study 739 European hybrid workers who fulfilled an online assessment protocol. Results: Results indicate that higher ages, higher educational levels, being married, having children, working. Discussion: This study makes a unique contribution to the extant research on hybrid workers’ careers, specifically. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

IntroductionIn the current worldwide labor context, where a disruption took place and employees experience.MethodsParticipated in this study 739 European hybrid workers who fulfilled an online assessment protocol.ResultsResults indicate that higher ages, higher educational levels, being married, having children, working.DiscussionThis study makes a unique contribution to the extant research on hybrid workers’ careers, specifically.

Study Objective: To compare the safety, efficacy, and adverse events of the new mini-adjustable sling system "I-stop-mini" with transobturator midurethral slings "Obtryx" (Boston Scientific, Marlborough, MA) in women with stress urinary incontinence.Design: A single-center, retrospective cohort study.Setting: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taiwan.Patients: A total of 347 patients who underwent I-stop-mini or Obtryx for stress urinary incontinence treatment.Interventions: Midurethral sling with either I-stop-mini or Obtryx.Measurements and Main Results: The primary outcomes were objective success and subjective cure rates between the 2 groups. Objective success was evaluated using a 1-hour pad test, and subjective cure was evaluated using a questionnaire score (Incontinence Impact Questionnaire, Urinary Distress Inventory, and International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire Short Form). Secondary outcomes were the evaluation of surgical outcomes, operative data, and adverse events between the 2 groups. In total, 171 of 200 I-stop-mini subjects and 127 of 147 Obtryx subjects completed 12 months of follow-up. Regarding the objective success between the I-stop-mini group and the Obtryx group, 1-month postoperative (3.6 ± 5.2 vs 3.9 ± 12.6; p = .765), 6-month postoperative (3.9 ± 5.1 vs 4.2 ± 12.6; p = .848), and 12-month postoperative (4.6 ± 5.6 vs 4.5 ± 13.6; p = .980) 1-hour pad tests showed no significant difference. The 12-month subjective cure rates decreased from 94.7% (1-month postoperative) to 91.2% (12-month postoperative) in the I-stop-mini group and 95.2% (1-month postoperative) to 85.0% (12-month postoperative) in the Obtryx group. Similar and durable efficacy was observed between the 2 groups. The I-stop-mini group had shorter operative times and hospital stays than the Obtryx group; however, both groups showed similar adverse event rates.Conclusion: The objective success and subjective cure rates of I-stop-mini did not differ to those of Obtryx. However, long-term data and further prospective studies on I-stop-mini are necessary to arrive at a definite conclusion. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Adopting a proactive attitude focused on professional development is essential in the contemporary, volatile environment. Objective and subjective indicators are used when evaluating the development of a professional career. However, the adequateness of the criteria chosen for evaluation is ambiguous due to the limitations of both objective and subjective measures. In this article, on the basis of a review of literature, objective and subjective measures of professional progression were characterized, and the possible distortions of objective evaluation resulting from applying them were identified. The evolution of the career paradigm results in the need to verify professional development in the modern approach, which strongly highlights the subjective prospects of a professional career that reflect an individually planned concept of oneself. Nevertheless, a possible criticism regarding subjective measures is lack of objectivity in career evaluation. Therefore, the purpose of this article is to analyze the relationship between the objective and subjective measures of professional careers. The study was based on an online questionnaire which covered 190 employees employed in large and medium-sized companies in Poland. The study confirmed the positive relationship between the measures, and shows the direction of the relationship, showing that the subjective and objective criteria commensurately indicate career development. Career satisfaction can be successfully used in the assessment of professional development, thus giving reliable results for its advancement. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

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AIM: To compare the success and complication rates, duration of surgeries and clinical comfort after endoscopic dacryocystorhinostomy (END-DCR) or external dacryocystorhinostomy (EXT-DCR).METHODS: Fifty patients who underwent EXT- or END-DCR between January 2010-2012 were involved in the study. A questionnaire was applied to patients preoperatively, and postoperatively. Subjective success was defined by absence of epiphora, objective success by a normal nasolacrimal lavage and a positive functional endoscopic dye test (FEDT). Postoperative pain and cosmetic result of surgery were interpreted by the patients, who were also asked whether they would offer this surgery to a friend or would prefer this surgery once more if necessary.RESULTS:Twenty-five patients underwent END-DCR and 25 underwent EXT-DCR. Mean duration of surgeries were 35min both for EXT-DCR (30-50) and END-DCR (35-50) (P=0.778). Intraoperative bleeding were documented in 48% of EXT-DCR and 4% of END-DCR cases (P<0.001). In total 96% of EXT-DCR and 100% of END-DCR patients had subjective success. Objective success was 100% in each group. There was no significant difference between the epiphora scorings and FDDT results in postoperative visits among the groups.END-DCR group reported less pain in first week and month (P<0.05, P<0.05). More patients in END-DCR group were happy with the cosmetic result in first week and month (P<0.001, P<0.001). More patients in END-DCR group offered this surgery to a friend (P<0.001). All patients in END-DCR group preferred this surgery once more if necessary, only 48% in EXT-DCR preferred the same method (P<0.001).CONCLUSION: Although both END- and EXT-DCRs provide satisfactory outcomes with similar objective and subjective success rates, we demonstrated that the endonasal approach caused significantly less pain in early postoperative period than the external approach. Clinical comfort defined by the patients was quite higher in END-DCR group, in which patients mainly were pleased to encounter a sutureless surgical area.

One-hundred and seventy head chefs from the Republic of Ireland scored 59 variables for success on two scales: (a) competencies needed for success (NS), and (b) personal ownership of these competencies (PO). Results showed that variables were rated with means of 1.18 (extremely important) to 3.23 (moderately important). The top three were an ability to work hard, commitment to quality, and knowledge of Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP). Variables rated lower in ownership than importance highlight areas for culinary educators to develop training programs. Average wages of head chefs (objective success) mirror the average industrial wage, but higher wages were gained with longer time working. Eighty percent of head chefs were satisfied (subjective success) in their current jobs. Factor analysis showed the factors needed to succeed in the culinary industry include professionalism, individual characteristics, leadership skills, management skills, and interaction with the job context. Applications for industry include talent management, mentoring future leaders, reducing staff turnover, and curriculum development. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Introduction and hypothesis: Treating pelvic organ prolapse (POP) with uterine conservation and sacral hysteropexy has uncertain subjective and objective outcomes. We sought to compare laparoscopic sacral hysteropexy with laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy/total laparoscopic hysterectomy (TLH with LSC). Methods: Clinical data of 34 patients who underwent TLH with LSC and 65 patients who underwent laparoscopic sacral hysteropexy performed by the same group of surgeons between January 2008 and December 2013 were reviewed retrospectively. The primary outcome was subjective satisfaction rate based upon validated questionnaire (Patient Global Impression of Change [PGI-C]). Secondary outcomes were: anatomical cure, impact on quality of life based upon validated questionnaires (pelvic floor distress inventory-short form 20 [PFDI-20], Pelvic Floor Impact Questionnaire 7 [PFIQ-7], and Pelvic Organ Prolapse/Urinary Incontinence Sexual Questionnaire-12 [PISQ-12]), surgical complications, and cost. Results: After a mean follow-up of 33 months, the subjective satisfaction rate was significantly higher in the TLH with LSC cohort (92.3 % vs 100 %; p < 0.001). The POP-Q scores in both groups were significantly improved postoperatively. However, the anatomical cure in the two groups (72.3 % vs 88.2 %; p = 0.07) did not differ significantly The postoperative PFIQ-7 and PFDI-20 scores were significantly better in the TLH with LSC cohort than in the laparoscopic sacral hysteropexy cohort ( p = 0.043 and p = 0.035 respectively). Conclusions: Relative to laparoscopic sacral hysteropexy, the TLH with LSC approach provides similar anatomical results, excellent patient satisfaction, and improved quality of life scores. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Objectives. Previous research revealed that successful aging includes both objective and subjective dimensions. This longitudinal analysis examines how early life influences and midlife characteristics predict stability and change in successful aging over a 4-year period. Method. Data from 3,379 people living in New Jersey who completed baseline telephone interviews between 2006 and 2008 and follow-up mail surveys in 2011 were analyzed. Latent profile analysis identified people who aged successfully according to both objective and subjective criteria, neither criteria, and one, but not the other criteria. Multinomial logistic regressions analyses focused on the 2,614 people who were successful according to both objective and subjective criteria at baseline. Results. At follow-up, 18.1% people successful at baseline had transitioned out of that status. Characteristics identifiable early in life (gender, race, education, never marrying, incarceration) as well as midlife status (currently married, working), health behaviors (smoking, drinking, body mass index, exercise), and social support distinguished people who continued to age successfully 4 years later from those who did not. Discussion. Findings suggest that successful aging is a fluid construct and that although some characteristics identifiable early in life predict successful aging, others are dampened by midlife statuses. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Aim To compare two different operative techniques for stress urinary incontinence in women, transvaginal tape obturator (TVT-O) and retropubictransvaginal tape (TVT). Methods The study included 63 women, of which 32 received TVT-O and 31 were treated with TVT. Follow-up for all patients was done after 1, 3, 6 and 12 months, and yearly thereafter. Each visit included objective evaluations (post-voig residual and stress test). Results The average operating time was 13.19±3.72 minutes in TVT-O group and 26.92±4.77 minutes for TVT. Average time of catheter removal was 1.19±0.4 and 1.26±0.44 for TVT-O and TVT, respectively. Average hospital stay was 2.38±0.75 days in TVT-O group and 2.03±0.91 for TVT. Appearance of complications such as trauma of urethra, bladder perforation, injury of vessels, hematoma and wound infection were not registered. Two (6.3%) of the patients who underwent TVT-O had urinary infection. One (3.1%) of the patients who underwent TVT-O had pelvic pain. De novo urgency appeared in five(15.6%)patients for TVT-O and in four (12.9%) patients for TVT. The success rate in TVT-O group was 90.6% and 90.3% for TVT. Conclusion Both procedures had a very high success rate, with a low rate of perioperative and late postoperative complications. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Purpose: Positing that successful aging has independent, yet related, dimensions that are both objective and subjective, we examine how early influences and contemporary characteristics define 4 groups of people. Design and Methods: Data were gathered from 5,688 persons aged 50–74 years living in New Jersey who participated in telephone interviews. Latent profile analysis defined people who age successfully according to both objective and subjective criteria, neither criteria, and one, but not the other, criteria. Multinomial logistic regression was used to examine the extent to which early influences and contemporary characteristics predict group membership. Results: Although characteristics observable early in life predict group membership, their influence is modified by current health behaviors and social support. The roles of education and incarceration feature prominently. Marital, work, and volunteer statuses, as well as moderate alcohol consumption, distinguish those aging successfully according to both criteria from the other 3 groups. Implications: Results help to define successful aging as a multidimensional construct having both objective and subjective dimensions, provide greater clarity regarding its correlates, and increase understanding of its modifiable aspects. [ABSTRACT FROM PUBLISHER]

Digital technologies are underpinning a wide range of products, services, processes, and business model innovations that are significantly transforming industries, organizations, and society. They are increasingly permeating every aspect of our daily lives. In this paper, we looked at the challenges of digitalization, leading to a new way of working in the market and new business models, such as the gig economy. Individuals are becoming more mobile and self-directed in their careers, as opposed to traditional careers. We investigated the demographic characteristics of the new, growing group of self-employed, so-called freelancers, at the national level in Slovenia and investigated the relationships between human capital and their subjective (job and career satisfaction, life satisfaction) and objective success (income satisfaction). The survey was conducted among 200 freelancers (respondents). The empirical results show that most Slovenian freelancers working from home work in professional, scientific, and technical occupations; are between 35 and 44 years old; have completed the second level of tertiary education; work more than 40 hours per week; and have 16 years or more of work experience. To explore the quality of life of freelancers, empirical analysis showed that human capital factors are important for the success of a new career as a freelancer. The results show that freelancers' human capital factors (education and experience, skills, and training) positively influence subjective and objective success. Using structural equation modeling, we also confirmed that human capital has a greater impact on freelancers' subjective success (life satisfaction, career satisfaction) than on objective success (income satisfaction), suggesting that job and life satisfaction should be considered an important resource that freelancers rely on to determine their quality of life. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]