Biodata scale of quitting behavior 1 Running Head: BIODATA SCALE OF QUITTING BEHAVIOR Construct-Oriented Development of a Biodata Scale of Quitting Behavior
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Although biographical data (biodata) has been predictive of turnover, there is no established scale designed specifically to measure attrition or quitting behaviors. The purpose of this study is to develop and test the structure of a biodata scale of quitting behaviors developed with construct-oriented scale construction. Using a large community sample (N = 702) covering different geographical regions, ethnicities, education levels, and military experience, exploratory and confirmatory factor analysis revealed five dimensions of quitting behaviors: quitting, perseverance, interdependence, commitment and coping. This basic structure was demonstrated to be invariant across different education levels and gender. We believe that this biodata scale will be a useful tool for human resource professionals and researchers interested in predicting and measuring turnover and attrition.
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