Table A1

List of associations

ConsumerJobseeker
CohesionAppreciation within company
CompetentAttractive employer
Customer-orientedCohesion
FamilyCollegiality
Good working conditionsDistinct hierarchies
HandmadeDown-to-earth
Higher priceFamily
High qualityFlat hierarchies
HonestGenerational conflict
Less innovativeGood promotion opportunities
MittelstandInnovative
Owner-managedLack of career prospects
Personal contactMittelstand
RegionalNepotism
ReliabilityOutdated
ResponsibilityOwner-managed
ResistantPersonal
Several generationsQuality
SmallRegional
SocialReliability
SustainabilitySecurity
TraditionSmall company size
TrustSocial appreciation
Warm-heartedTradition
Attractive employerUnattractive employer
Appreciation/value-orientedValue-based
Big companyWarm-hearted
Down-to-earthFair
ExperienceFriendly
FairHigher salary
Flat hierarchiesImage
HeirResponsibility
HierarchicalSocial
ImageSpecific company names
OutdatedSuccessful
Positive atmosphereSustainability
ReputableTrust
Specific company names 
Successful 

Notes:

Associations written in italics were not part of the mapping phase. The wording and final composition of this list was additionally agreed and adjusted through expert feedback

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