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Using a Conceptually-Based Predictor of Tenure to Select Employees

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This paper describes the development and validation of a personnel selection instrument designed to predict employee tenure. The instrument was developed using models of employee turnover, psychodynamic theory, and beliefs regarding the optimal way to advance one's career. Four predictive designs were conducted to validate the instrument. Correlation coefficients ranged from .14 (p < .07) to .28 (p < .05) in predicting tenure.

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Martin, S.L., Boye, M.W. Using a Conceptually-Based Predictor of Tenure to Select Employees. Journal of Business and Psychology 13, 233–243 (1998). https://doi.org/10.1023/A:1022959007116

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