Disentangling Effects of Age and Career Preferences on the Relationship Between Job Satisfaction and Turnover Intention and Behavior: An Examination in Three Samples

Abstract

Given the growing concern for managing an aging workforce, the generally lower inclination for voluntary turnover of older employees can be considered good news for companies. However, there is also evidence that certain unsatisfactory working conditions will prompt higher turnover intention among these employees. Our study aimed to disentangle the effects of age-related and age-independent preferences in the relationship between job satisfaction and turnover intention and behavior. We particularly analyzed the role of independent car Show more