1. What do the terms orientation, training, and socialization mean to you? Give examples of companies that have used these processes successfully to help employees adjust.

2. How do you think technology can be used best to socialize new employees and get them productive as quickly as possible? When would using technology not be a good way to socialize employees?

3. Should an individuals lack of mobility be a reason for disqualifying his candidature? Discuss how employees can ultimately be persuaded to relocate.

4. What downsizing targeting methods do you feel are the most effective? Which are the least effective, and why?

5. Comment on the following statementboth employee satisfaction surveys and exit interviews can help employers devise strategies for preventing a turnover.