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Define conformity and provide an example. Describe the research of Solomon Asch and explain its contributions to our understanding of group conformity.

Job security is not an important determinant of job choice.

In highly competitive industries like healthcare, companies have moved beyond traditional benefits to attract strong talent, and have innovated by offering memberships in country/health clubs, on-site day care and financial counseling.

Applicants consider their own competitiveness in the job market and whether alternative positions that provide better opportunities are available.

The amount of challenge and responsibility inherent in a job is frequently cited as an important job choice factor, and this element is likely even more salient in healthcare organizations where professionals seek out positions that maximize use of their professional knowledge, training and skills.

External recruitment consists of identifying applicants from outside of the organization that meet the qualifications for a job.

First impressions are very potent because the issue of “fitting in” with the organization is often decided at this stage, and early negative first impressions may be difficult to reverse.

Applicants are more likely to accept positions in organizations that share their values and style.

In healthcare, dual career-path systems have been established to enable highly talented clinicians to move up while not forcing them to abandon their clinical interests and expertise.

Aluminum control arms have all of these advantages EXCEPT: