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Differences among full-time (n=1066), part-time (n=132), and moonlighting employees (n=153) in a variety of occupations were examined. Moonlighters as compared to full-timers were younger, more frequently male, perceived less educational fit with their main jobs, and were primary wage earners. Full-timers as compared to part-timers were more frequently male, married, and primary wage earners. Part-timers had the greatest turnover, but no differences were detected for other withdrawal behaviors. Part-timers were more satisified with working conditions but were less satisfied with extrinsic rewards and life in general. Moonlighters expressed a stronger work ethic and placed less importance on working conditions.
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Bennett, N., Carson, P.P., Carson, K.D. et al. A comparison of “traditional” and “atypical” workers: Demographic, behavioral, and attitudinal differences. J Bus Psychol 8, 467–474 (1994). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02230961
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