This study addresses the effects of negative attainability feedback on the
shift from engagement to disengagement from a career goal. It was hypothesized
that negative attainability feedback regarding study choice may lead to both goal
engagement and goal disengagement and that this relation is mediated by selfefficacy,
motivational beliefs, and by the perceived accuracy of feedback. Results
confirmed that negative feedback led to goal disengagement and, to a lesser extent,
to continued engagement. Perceived accuracy of feedback was an important
mediator, as was motivation. Self-efficacy did not predict either goal management
strategies.

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• Career goal engagement following negative feedback: Influence of expectancy-value and perceived feedback accuracy