The influencing factors of career adaptability of newcomers: Based on multiple perspectives of individual, family and school

Abstract

Purpose-The purpose of this study is to explore the structure and antecedents of career adaptability based on multiple perspectives of individual, family and school in China. Design/methodology/approach-The author surveyed the newcomers from the data of graduated from the same school in the same year, examined the reliability and validity of career adaptability. Finally, regression equation was applied to test the research model. Findings-The results demonstrated that career adaptability of newcomers has good reliability t validity, practical ability, ability matching and academic satisfaction have a positive influence on career adaptability, the effects of individual factors and family factors are very weaker than the school. Research limitations/implications-These findings offer insights into the career development of newcomers based on the multiple perspectives, and provide theoretical guidance and a practical operation path for the enterprise. Originality/value-Our research contributes to career adaptability of new employees by highlighting the factors from individual, family and school. This is the first empirical study to explore the career adaptability of newcomer.