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ERIC Number: EJ248331
Record Type: CIJE
Publication Date: 1981-Aug
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ISSN: ISSN-0001-8791
The Influence of Chance and Contingency Factors on the Vocational Choice Process of Nonprofessional Workers.
Salomone, Paul R.; Slaney, Robert B.
Journal of Vocational Behavior, v19 n1 p25-35 Aug 1981
Investigated the perceived influence of chance and contingency factors on nonprofessional workers' career choices. Results suggest unpredictable events do impact nonprofessional employees but employees are more likely to view career choices as rationally made, considering interests, vocational and financial needs, and social responsibility. (Author/JAC)
Descriptors: Career Choice, Decision Making, Employment Experience, Employment Patterns, Financial Needs, Influences, Motivation, Need Gratification, Nonprofessional Personnel, Vocational Interests
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
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Language: English
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