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ORIGINAL RESEARCH

Cross Culture Examination of Perceived Overqualification, Psychological Well-Being and Job Search: The Moderating Role of Proactive Behavior

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Pages 553-566 | Received 04 Nov 2023, Accepted 16 Dec 2023, Published online: 14 Feb 2024

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