| Title: | Analysis of workers’ perception and demographic factors : an insight into the Slovenian gig economy |
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| Authors: | ID Antloga, Matevž (Author)
ID Huđek, Ivona (Author) |
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| Files: |  https://journals.um.si/index.php/oe/article/view/4514
 RAZ_Antloga_Matevz_2024.pdf (709,37 KB)
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| Language: | English |
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| Work type: | Scientific work |
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| Typology: | 1.01 - Original Scientific Article |
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| Organization: | EPF - Faculty of Business and Economics
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| Abstract: | This study examines the gig economy in Slovenia, with a particular
emphasis on the perceived benefits and challenges for gig workers
within this emerging labour model. The research aims to capture the
implications of flexible, project-based employment in a smaller
European context, as this trend becomes increasingly prevalent
globally. A quantitative approach was employed to survey 34 gig
workers in Slovenia. The survey analysed their demographic
characteristics, reasons for engaging in gig work, and the benefits and
challenges they experience. In the findings, 64% of respondents
specifically identified schedule flexibility as a predominant benefit of
gig work. However, it also uncovers substantial challenges, including
increased market competition and a lack of social benefits. Moreover,
the research suggests that perceptions of the gig work benefits are
widely acknowledged across various age groups and educational levels,
with no significant variation. Nevertheless, the findings indicate a
gender disparity in gig work perceptions, with males perceiving higher
levels of financial freedom and professional development than women.
This research suggests the need for policies aimed at ensuring equity
and further research into harmonizing gig work with supportive labour
market policies. |
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| Keywords: | gig economy, flexibility, professional development, social benefits, demographic disparities |
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| Publication status: | Published |
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| Publication version: | Version of Record |
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| Publication date: | 28.06.2024 |
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| Year of publishing: | 2024 |
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| Number of pages: | str. 32-46 |
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| Numbering: | Vol. 70, no. 2 |
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| PID: | 20.500.12556/DKUM-92133  |
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| UDC: | 331.102.12(497.4) |
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| ISSN on article: | 0547-3101 |
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| COBISS.SI-ID: | 201310211 |
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| DOI: | 10.2478/ngoe-2024-0010 |
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| Publication date in DKUM: | 28.05.2025 |
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| Views: | 172 |
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