For nearly a century, a variety of reasons have been proposed for extending and widening adult participation in formal learning episodes. A regular theme has been the purported economic benefits of adult learning that can be estimated for nation states, industries, regional development, organisations and individuals. Countries, industries,…

The study was designed to consider the motivations of career changers and the perceived outcomes of their career change. Data were collected from a sample of career changers (N = 81), approximately half of whom had used the services of a career coach. The analysis showed: firstly, that the reported outcomes associated with career change appeared…

Considerable research has been conducted into teacher retention and attrition (Huberman, 1989; Dinham, 1995; Ewing & Smith, 2002). Little is known, though, of the circumstances of ex-teachers, in terms of factors such as salary, workload, working conditions and "job prestige". For this paper, telephone interviews were conducted with 22…

Describes a comprehensive system developed by the Cleveland Trust. An individual can initiate and pursue a good career match even if it takes him out of the organization. (Author/IRT)

Examined self-assurance, decisiveness, masculinity-femininity, maturity, and working class affinity of successful black managers (N=97) using the Ghiselli Self-Descriptive Inventory (GSDI), Manager Mobility Survey, and biographical data. Found no significant relationships between GSDI score and perceived job success, high job mobility scores and…

There is increasing evidence that sizeable numbers of 30, 40, and even 50 year old persons in a variety of professions, voluntarily or of necessity, are becoming involved in the professional career changing process. (EB)

Suggests a broad context for viewing entrepreneurship and entrepreneurial skills; explores briefly the meanings of career change; and describes the value of applying entrepreneurial skills to career change. (CT)

Outlines 10 areas in which adjustments might have to be made when a teacher or administrator opts for a career change. Argues that values, interests, and attitudes are often just as important as salary and must be considered in a decision to change careers. (IRT)

Using 1,236 monozygotic and 1,165 dizygotic white male twin pairs, covariance structure analysis revealed a significant genetic influence on the propensity to switch jobs and occupations. Job satisfaction and work values had only a partial effect. (SK)

Addresses the trend toward career insecurity and career change and the qualities and techniques needed for successful change. Profiles people who have made radical career shifts successfully. (JOW)

Provides an overview of support services available for incarcerated women who want to pursue a change in career, job, family, or lifestyle after they are released from prison. (JOW)

Notes that, between the ages of 25 and 64, American adults work for an average of 8 employers. Discusses the frequency with which American workers change both employers and occupations, reviews the methodology behind these estimates of employer and occupational change, and points out that a new occupation does not necessarily imply a major change…

Managers in transition to portfolio careers (n=25) identified themes related to making sense of the career: desire for a "real career," no going back, choice based on values and integrity, opportunity for personal growth, and consolidation. More research is needed on the sense-making schemes of individuals experiencing career change. (SK)

In this article, the author, a former tenured professor who found her niche once she gave up the need to fit her new life into her old credentials, describes her experience in academe and how she enjoys her life now being a nationally certified massage therapist. One lesson she learned is that people outside academe quit their jobs all the time.…