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personnel selection

the process of selecting employees best suited for particular jobs by using such procedures as the assembly and analysis of biographical data, employment interviews, and employment tests.

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November 25th 2024

self-worth

self-worth

n. an individual’s evaluation of himself or herself as a valuable, capable human being deserving of respect and consideration. Positive feelings of self-worth tend to be associated with a high degree of self-acceptance and self-esteem.