Human Resources Development and Career Development: Where Are We, and Where Do We Need to Go

Shuck, Brad; McDonald, Kim; Rocco, Tonette S.; Byrd, Marilyn Y.; Dawes, Elliott

doi:10.1002/nha3.20205

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“…For instance, earlier in the text, the author references studies concerning socioeconomic status and the influence of individual choices concerning work. Including evidence on the widening of the socioeconomic gap and inequalities, which are exacerbated by the elimination of lower skilled jobs and unemployment, as discussed by Shuck et al (2018) in conversation with a framework, would strengthen Chapter 7.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…First, in the literature, is the well-connected link between career development and HRD (Hite & McDonald, 2008). Specifically, several HRD scholars, including Hite and McDonald (2008) and Shuck et al (2018), call for HRD scholars and practitioners to devote their research and practice to career and workforce development and other societal issues stemming from rapid changes in the workforce. The narratives, author's perspective, and theoretical frameworks present an opportunity for critical HRD scholar-practitioners to explore interdisciplinary studies, create humane work policies, build course material, and develop research agendas.…”

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The Importance of Work in an Age of Uncertainty: The Eroding Work Experience in America by David L.Blustein. New York, NY: Oxford University Press, 2019. 288 pages, $34.95 (Hardcover).

Wicker

2021

New Horiz Adult Ed & HR Dev

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The Importance of Work in an Age of Uncertainty: The Eroding Work Experience in America presents insights from Americans who share their experiences related to critical issues concerning work alongside relevant literature describing the psychological impact of work. The author argues for a need to infuse psychological perspectives while including workers' voices into research concerning labor and work issues. These voices are from those on the front lines of rapid workforce changes. Furthermore, he argues that, holistically, Americans will see no advancement toward a "just and dignified approach to working" without including those workers who are most affected (p. 193). The purpose of the text is to extend readers beyond an economic view of numbers and data in articulating work and labor issues through rich narratives from people about their work experiences. The author points to decades of missed opportunities in research that have failed to capture working Americans' voices; sadly, he explains, economics has been the defining force informing public policies concerning work and how society understands it. This point and the central thesis that all workers deserve dignified and accessible employment serve as motivating forces behind this piece.Blustein leverages interview data and his experience as a therapist, career counselor, professor, and researcher in psychology and workforce development to inform the writing and convey Americans' psychological experiences concerning work. The book consists of a preface, nine chapters, notes, and an index. Each chapter begins with an introduction composed of historical or personal frames of reference for the material. Interview vignettes and emerging themes follow this section. The final part of each chapter introduces more recent psychological and sociological research, which aids further insight into work during periods of uncertainty, such as recessions and job eliminations due to technological advances.Chapter 1 embraces the significant role work plays in fulfilling psychological and social needs, while Chapter 2 explores human ambition for survival. Thus, combining the research presented in Chapter 1 and the vignettes in Chapter 2 permits readers to visualize Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Blustein presents stories concerning individuals' struggles for financial security after the Great Recession, which correlates to the hierarchy's safety and physiological needs. Chapter 3 expands the discussion of needs, explaining that being with others is key to an individual's well-being. Blustein also devotes attention to emerging constructs that impede the benefits of working with others, such as automation and harassment.Chapter 4 explores how individuals construct meaning and purpose in life and connect with the greater social good through work. These narratives offer a glimpse into the lives of those experiencing a deep connection to work, the social impacts of work, or those who struggle to find work. Bluestein discusses the experience of individuals' motivation for working in...

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The Importance of Work in an Age of Uncertainty: The Eroding Work Experience in America by David L.Blustein. New York, NY: Oxford University Press, 2019. 288 pages, $34.95 (Hardcover).

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2021

New Horiz Adult Ed & HR Dev

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“…Moving away from this perspective entails a comprehensive approach that necessitates concerted efforts to redress issues of inequality, diversity, and inclusivity. Conversely, when scrutinized through the lens of societal concern, career development has the capacity to reveal entrenched structural barriers and interconnections between individual, organizational, and societal levels, which impede individuals' capacities to innovate, conceive, and acquire knowledge (Shuck et al, 2018).…”

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Equity, Empowerment, and Social Justice: Social Entrepreneurship for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals

Trivedi,

Ray

2024

New Horizons in Adult Education and Human Resource Development

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The high incarceration rate and systemic racism in the United States, along with entrenched social barriers, highlight the need for creative solutions to help formerly incarcerated individuals (FIIs) reintegrate successfully. This paper highlights social entrepreneurial ventures (SEVs) as powerful agents of social change, underscoring the significance of holistic approaches in successful reentry and transformation of FIIs. We delve into the potential of SEVs as catalysts for social justice within the critical HRD (CHRD) framework, examining SEV’s role in advancing learning, challenging power dynamics, empowering marginalized communities, and propelling grassroots-led social change. In doing so, we also emphasize the significance of experiential learning and dialog in cultivating collective knowledge and action within these social movements. We analyze the structural, organizational, and individual factors that demonstrate how HRD and social entrepreneurship complement and broaden modes of engagement. Ultimately, we highlight the promising synergy between SEVs and the CHRD perspective, presenting a transformative approach for both HRD scholars and practitioners and argue that by embracing the values of empowerment, equity, and social justice, HRD can play a pivotal role in fostering more inclusive, equitable, and empowering organizational landscapes.

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“…At the societal level, successful career transitions support lower unemployment rates, economic stability, and a more skilled labor force (van Dijk, 2004). When viewed as a societal effort, career development activities, such as the career transition process, encourage women to become lifelong learners, leading to an educated population that can further develop communities (Shuck et al, 2018) and future generations.…”

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Explicating Women’s Career Transitions: Propositions and a Conceptual Model

Greer,

Norman,

Aiken

2024

New Horizons in Adult Education and Human Resource Development

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In this conceptual article, we present an HRD model of career transitions. We used findings from extant literature to show how this model can be applied to women’s careers, which are characterized as nonlinear and complex due to the influence family life has on a woman’s career. The proposed model includes five propositions that explain how the career transition occurs in two phases: career preparation and career identity formation. These career transition phases are influenced by the individual characteristics of the woman in transition and the HRD interventions that are available and used by her. The entire process is sustained with the help of contextual supports, including workplace flexibility and inclusive organizational cultures. Future research can test this model in additional populations. This model highlights the practical role of HRD interventions and furthers theory and research related to career transitions in HRD.

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Human Resources Development and Career Development: Where Are We, and Where Do We Need to Go

Cited by 10 publications

References 27 publications

The Importance of Work in an Age of Uncertainty: The Eroding Work Experience in America by David L.Blustein. New York, NY: Oxford University Press, 2019. 288 pages, $34.95 (Hardcover).

The Importance of Work in an Age of Uncertainty: The Eroding Work Experience in America by David L.Blustein. New York, NY: Oxford University Press, 2019. 288 pages, $34.95 (Hardcover).

Equity, Empowerment, and Social Justice: Social Entrepreneurship for Formerly Incarcerated Individuals

Explicating Women’s Career Transitions: Propositions and a Conceptual Model

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