Theverk.com
  • Home
  • Stories
  • Definitions
  • Theories
  • Evidence
  • EXAM ESSAYS
  • Stories
  • Instruments

Definitions
Relational career approach

Picture
Relational careers






All definitions
A-D
I-L
E-H
M-P
Q-T
U-Z

A "relational approach to career development" is one that "explores the ways in which individuals learn and grow in their work-related experiences through connections with others, taking a holistic view of individuals and the nature of their interactions with assignments, people, organizations, and the social context in which they work" (Kram, 1996, p. 133).

Related terms:
  • Ego & Alter
  • Network
  • Social capital
  • Structural holes
  • Ties

References

Kram, K. (1996). A relational approach to career development. In D.T. Hall (eds), The career is dead; long live the career: San Francisco: Jossey-Bass.

Read a practice exam essay in response to the question:

"What are the key features of a relationship approach to career development? How might social and developmental networks benefit individuals in managing their careers?" 


Exam essay practice answer











Contact
Copyright Jan Aylsworth 2014-2018
Image credits
  • Home
  • Stories
  • Definitions
  • Theories
  • Evidence
  • EXAM ESSAYS
  • Stories
  • Instruments