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To reverse the currently high attrition rate among new employees, the hiring supervisor or manager should accurately evaluate employee motivation by making sure that there is compatibility between the employee's values and those of the working environment. The values of the prospective employee (for example, whether the employee prefers structured routine work or participation and responsibility), as well as work behavior patterns, should be determined during the interview and matched with the needs of the company. A stair-step interviewing process is recommended to obtain a cultural fit between the job and the applicant; this involves: discussing past and present jobs; proposing "critical incidents" ("what if..."); role playing; and testing the applicant's personality by challenging some of their statements (playing "devil's advocate").
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Techniques are offered for relieving job stress. The common physical signs of stress include: headaches, stomach aches, and back pains. It is suggested that it is best to avoid temporary cures such as aspirin, tranquilizers, and pain killers. The diet can be adjusted to keep energy up during stressful times by eating foods high in protein and calcium, and drinking at least six to eight glasses of water a day. A few minutes of deep breathing and stretching the muscles helps to relieve physical effects of stress. Individual can help themselves by being aware of the type of situations that make them feel stressed, by not accepting more work than they can handle, and by increasing communication skills.
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Good interviewing skills are invaluable for managers evaluating job candidates. The manager should spend time in the interview exploring the applicant's motivations, interpersonal skills, and intelligence, moving beyond what is on the resume. The manager should also ascertain how the applicant performed specific tasks at former jobs. Strategies for asking appropriate questions include: avoiding asking questions that start with verbs, and asking 'self-appraisal' questions.
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