ABSTRACT

Metaphorical concepts shape our thoughts, actions, and communication in everyday life. A rich network of metaphors underlies employment relations theories, framing our understanding of work and employment. This article urges employment relations researchers to use metaphors not just in theory, but in empirical data collection. Metaphor elicitation methods offer insights beyond what can be gleaned using traditional methods, such as interview, alone. Using the context of research into youth non-standard employment, this article proposes that through incorporating methods such as metaphor elicitation, employment relations research can uncover greater depth of experience, and empower workers who may lack voice or power.

摘要

隐喻概念塑造了我们日常生活中的思想、行动和沟通。雇佣关系理论的基础是丰富的隐喻网络，构建了我们对工作和就业的理解。本文敦促雇佣关系研究人员不仅在理论上使用隐喻，而且在实证数据收集中使用隐喻。隐喻启发方法提供的见解超出了单独使用传统方法（例如访谈）所能收集到的见解。本文以青年非规范就业研究为背景，提出通过结合隐喻启发等方法，雇佣关系研究可以揭示更深入的经验，并为可能缺乏话语权或权力的工人赋权。