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Findings were congruent with the example\u2019s current career and future career aspirations.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title content-type=\"abstract-heading\">Research limitations\/implications<\/jats:title><jats:p>\u2013 The model was tested with one numerical example. The model could be applied to individuals from various cultures, age groups and backgrounds to further discuss its validity.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title content-type=\"abstract-heading\">Originality\/value<\/jats:title><jats:p>\u2013 Career decisions are affected from individuals\u2019 values and perceptions. New career orientations like Protean and Boundaryless Career are built upon this fact to include subjectivity. 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