Trust in Social and Business Relations by Paliszkiewicz, Joanna; Chen, Kuanchin; Mendel, Marta;

Short description:

Trust in Social and Business Relations: Theory and Practice provides a groundbreaking exploration of the multifaceted nature of trust in our modern society.

Long description:

In the dynamic landscape of the digital era, where interactions span from the personal touch of face-to-face conversations to the vast, interconnected world of the internet, understanding trust has never been more crucial. Trust in Social and Business Relations: Theory and Practice provides a groundbreaking exploration of the multifaceted nature of trust in our modern society.

This insightful book navigates the reader through the intricate web of trust in digital and traditional contexts. Across its four compelling parts, the book examines the evolution of human relations in the digital age, investigates the role of trust in various social and business scenarios, explores the dynamics of trust in specific industries, and discusses the broader implications of trust in national and international spheres.

With contributions from esteemed academics and industry experts around the globe, this book delves into pressing issues such as the impact of social media on business relationships, the challenges of romantic connections in cyberspace, and the evolving trust dynamics in industries like mobile payments and smart hotels. It also tackles significant themes like trust in government, the nuances of international business negotiations, and the emerging trust paradigms in smart city-port-maritime nexus.

The book is not just an academic exploration; it's a vital resource for business professionals, policymakers, and anyone interested in the complexities of trust in our interconnected world. It offers a unique blend of theoretical insights and practical perspectives, making it an indispensable guide for navigating the challenges and opportunities of building trust in the digital age. This book is a must-read for those seeking to understand the delicate balance of trust in the tapestry of modern human relationships.

Table of Contents:

I. EVOLUTION OF HUMAN RELATION. FROM FACE-TO-FACE TO DIGITAL BASED RELATIONS 1. From human to digital relations 2. Negative and positive externalities of ICTs – on the pursuit of research based on the principles of trust and responsibility 3. Using Instagram to build business relationships 4. ESG's role in creating trust, social and business relationships versus companies' financial performance on capital market II. DIGITAL TRUST IN DIFFERENT SOCIAL AND BUSINESS RELATIONS 5. Romantic Relationships in The Cyber-Environment: Is It an Issue of Reciprocal Trust or Digital Ethics? 6. Digital love - forms of trust of network users to dating sites 7. Boosting social capital and trust via virtual neighbourhood communities 8. Digital trust and social interactions among employees in the workplace 9. Work practices and internal communication 10. The impact of trust on purchasing decisions through social media 11. Trust in the Digital Age as the Basis for Building Customer Relationships III. DIGITAL TRUST IN SELECTED INDUSTRIES SECTORS 12. Building Bridges: Trust and Communication in Contemporary Work Environments 13. Digital trust in mobile payment in food services during the COVID-19 pandemic. A case from Poland 14. Smart hotels in the perception of Polish and Slovak young people 15. Trust and communication in agriculture 16. Trust in the sharing economy: A systematic literature review 17. The role of communication in building trust in e-commerce from the perspective of consumers IV. BUILDING TRUST IN NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS 18. Trust in government and citizen compliance with lockdown directives 19. The impact of different communication modes on trust and satisfaction in international business negotiation 20. Certified public accountants’ attitudes towards the public interest and the factors that impact those attitudes 21. New dimensions of the social capital affected by digital communication: a comparison between Albania and Poland 22. Carbon Neutrality: Trusting in the Emergence of an Innovation Ecosystem in the Smart City-Port-Maritime Nexus