A Career Entrenchment Model: Theoretical Development and Empirical Outcomes

Determinants and outcome of career competencies: Perspectives of hotel managers in China

“…This study finds that perceived OCM, career commitment, and career competencies all contribute significantly to career satisfaction. Employees who are satisfied with their current careers are more likely to commit to their organizations (Carson et al, 1996) and to support the adoption of new strategies by their organization (Gaertner, 1989). A high level of career satisfaction also strengthens the intention to stay (Igbaria, 1991).…”

Relationships Between Adult Workers' Spiritual Well-Being and Job Satisfaction: A Preliminary Study

“…This finding supports earlier research by Trott (1996), who found that existential wellbeing was connected to a sense of vocation and purpose. Existential well-being may be an important factor for organizations looking to recruit and retain productive workers (Carson, Carson, Phillips, & Roe, 1996). In the search for factors contributing to job satisfaction, organizations may need to explore this dimension of wellness to improve worker satisfaction and work climate.…”

Corporate Ethical Values and Altruism: The Mediating Role of Career Satisfaction

“…Valentine et al (2002) indeed concluded that perceived corporate ethical values were associated with increased organizational commitment and personorganization fit. Career satisfaction is also related to many key work outcomes such as commitment (e.g., Carson et al, 1996;Igbaria, 1991), support for corporate change (Gaertner, 1989), and turnover intention (e.g., Igbaria, 1991), indicating that career satisfaction could encourage increased citizenship in an organization.…”