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Title:
The Effects of Optimism and Willingness to Trust on Work-Related Attitudes and Behaviors: An Application to the Commercial Vehicle Industry
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Publication Date:
Jul 1997
Report #:
MPC-97-75
Project #:
MPC-112
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Abstract

This paper explores the determination of commercial vehicle driver attitudes and the effect of these attitudes on driving performance, job satisfaction, and turnover. It was hypothesized that if a relationship is found, it may then be worthwhile to select applicants with the highest potential for good work habits and company loyalty.

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