Not everyone can be the first choice for a job. But recent research has found that when a new employee finds out or perceives they were not the top pick, it can have cascading negative impacts on their feelings of acceptance and belonging, as well as their willingness to seek important feedback from their team. In this article, the researchers share their findings and offer tips for managers and leaders looking to support alternate choice hires and help them to thrive.

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