Many Employees Get a Reality Shock on Their First Day

question 44

Multiple Choice

Many employees get a reality shock on their first day at work because:

• A)applicants want employees to develop better expectations of future work experiences.
• B)applicants want to ensure that employees develop a stronger loyalty to the organization.
• C)newcomers test how well their pre-employment expectations fit reality and many companies fail this test.
• D)employers ignore the duty to orient new applicants on the first day of work.
• E)colleagues provide a lot of information regarding various work assignments on the very first day.

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Definitions:

Job Performance Standards

Outlines the expected performance levels and achievements required by employees in their respective roles.

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Specification of guidelines that dictates the quality and performance metrics for various industries to ensure consistency, safety, and efficiency.

Well-Designed Jobs

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