Do positive psychological capabilities, self-directed learning, and adaptability influence hospitality employability readiness among Thai elderly?

Bussalin Khuadthong, Kirathakon Boonrod, Tanakrit Yordudom, Narinthon Imjai, Somnuk Aujirapongpan, Faculty of Management Science, Nakhon Si Thammarat Rajabhat University, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Faculty of Management Science, Silpakorn University

Tourism and Hospitality Research

Published online on August 13, 2026

Abstract

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As Thailand becomes an aging society, older adults represent an important potential workforce for the tourism and hospitality industry. However, limited research has explained how positive psychological capabilities, self-directed learning skills, and ...