This qualitative research study examined the "lived experiences" of learning identity during work transitions among three women (ages 35 to 55) who were not previously married. The research question was how do particular mid-life women who engage in a work transition re-construct the meaning of (or make sense of) their identity? Primary research…

This study explores relationships between teachers' organizational commitment and interpersonal conflict, participation activities beyond the classroom, and innovation in schools. Potential relationships among study variables are suggested in research that views affective commitment as a proxy measure for decisions to leave the school. Increments…

The existential theory of radical mid-life career change is a theory focusing on work salient individuals around the age of 35 and beyond who have previously established a career path and who are in a position to alter that path due to minimal environmental constraints. The theory postulates that at around this age the realization of the finite…

Labor union concerns about career education. (HB)

Is the former athletic coach likely to succeed as a school administrator? How can the coach prepare now for later responsibilities as a principal? (Editor)

MBA graduates have a reputation for being on the move from one job to another, but the facts show that this is not really true. (Author)

This article presents guidelines for teachers on how to look for a new job, how to put one's best foot forward, and where to look. (JMB)

While career movement in bureaucratic organizations ideally occurs along formally defined job ladders, scholars recognize that actual career trajectories often proceed quite differently. Analyzing vacancy filling in four federal government bureaus, this paper argues that career paths are dependent on certain occupational and organizational…

Investigated the midcareer crisis and examined sex differences distinguishing midcareer changers (N=134). The results revealed that individuals who changed careers scored significantly higher on identity achievement and affiliation, and there was a significant positive correlation between identity achievement and self-concept. No sex differences…

A longitudinal study of school counselors revealed high career stability and positive professional growth within the maintenance stage of career development. (Author/ABB)

This detailed look at the data on job tenure and mobility shows that tenure with an employer as well as occupational mobility are strongly related to the age of workers. The rate at which women change occupations has increased substantially over the past two decades. (SK)

Social, economic, and political trends are undermining claims to autonomy and monopoly by previously well-entrenched groups such as the legal profession in America. These trends include changes in the knowledge base, shifts in composition patterns, consumerism, and encroachment from allied professions. (Author/SSH)

Studied the relationship between job entry and job stress in a longitudinal study of 62 transferred employees. Results showed skill uncertainty was associated with both negative emotional arousal one month after job entry and with positive emotional arousal three months after job entry. (JAC)

Based on a study of provision for the elderly in nine European countries, the author observes that there is room for all types of provisions in the preparation-for-retirement field--provided that aims are clearly defined--but that there is need for constant revision and revaluation in the light of the changing characteristics of pensioners. (WL)