It Is Important to Focus More on Getting Employees in Their

question 78

Multiple Choice

It is important to focus more on getting employees in their first year to stay because_____.

• A) those who stay for a year are more likely to extend their employment
• B) first-year employees are the most productive in an organization
• C) first-year employees are more knowledgeable than older employees
• D) first-year employees are more committed to organizational goals than older employees

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Definitions:

Hofstede's Dimensions

A framework for cross-cultural communication developed by Geert Hofstede, that describes the effects of a society's culture on the values of its members, and how these values relate to behavior.

Long-Term Orientation

The measurement of values such as perseverance, respect for tradition, and thrift.

Perseverance

The steadfast pursuit of an objective or goal, even in the face of difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement.

Standardization

The degree to which employees are expected to follow the same rules and policies everywhere.