Attraction-Selection-Attrition Framework

The Attraction-Selection-Attrition (ASA) framework explains how organizations become composed of people who are similar. Initially, they attract individuals whose values and skills match the organization’s culture. Then, they select candidates who fit well. Over time, employees who don’t match the culture tend to leave, either voluntarily or through management decisions. This cycle results in a workforce that is relatively uniform in attitudes and behaviors, reinforcing the organization’s existing culture. The ASA framework highlights how recruitment, selection, and attrition shape organizational identity and consistency.