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Dynamic Aspects of Voluntary Turnover: An Integrated Approach to Curvilinearity in the Performance-Turnover Relationship
Becker, William J.; Cropanzano, Russell
Journal of Applied Psychology, v96 n2 p233-246 Mar 2011
Previous research pertaining to job performance and voluntary turnover has been guided by 2 distinct theoretical perspectives. First, the push-pull model proposes that there is a quadratic or curvilinear relationship existing between these 2 variables. Second, the unfolding model of turnover posits that turnover is a dynamic process and that a downward performance change may increase the likelihood of organizational separation. Drawing on decision theory, we propose and test an integrative framework. This approach incorporates both of these earlier models. Specifically, we argue that individuals are most likely to voluntarily exit when they are below-average performers who are also experiencing a downward performance change. Furthermore, the interaction between this downward change and performance partially accounts for the curvilinear relationship proposed by the push-pull model. Findings from a longitudinal field study supported this integrative theory. (Contains 2 figures and 2 tables.)
Descriptors: Job Performance, Models, Employees, Predictor Variables, Regression (Statistics), Decision Making, Labor Turnover, Human Resources, Performance Based Assessment, Correlation, Employment
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