Table 5 Standarized beta coefficients for hierarchical linear regression of work satisfaction as the dependent variable with seniority traits, GES scales, and achievement goals as predictors

Job seniority^a

.230**

.237**

.151*

Occupational seniority^a

.339

.379*

.364*

Age

–.374*

–.388*

–.330*

Sense of security

.011

–.062

Influence

–.220

–.044

Self-realization

.040

–.005

Mastery approach

.474***

Performance approach

.013

Mastery avoidance

–.051

Performance avoidance

–.149

F

4.86**

3.97***

9.17***

R ²

.056

.089

.277

Cohen’s f²

.059

.097

.383

R² change

.033*

.188***