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Creating new futures in turbulent times

Creating new futures in turbulent times Argues from the point of view of the executive search professional that in this era of the global economy, individuals in the workplace should think proactively about their skills sets and experiences. Suggests that an awareness of the changing world of work and a proactive approach will enable individuals to be more flexible in meeting demands from the marketplace. Argues that in order to survive and flourish in the face of rapid organizational change, individuals will need to demonstrate an entrepreneurial attitude and a willingness to take risks. Proposes a number of ways in which individuals may begin to adopt this entrepreneurial attitude and take increasing responsibility for their own work lives. http://www.deepdyve.com/assets/images/DeepDyve-Logo-lg.png Empowerment in Organizations Emerald Publishing

Creating new futures in turbulent times

Cheryl Alexander
Empowerment in Organizations , Volume 6 (8): 9 – Dec 1, 1998
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Emerald Publishing
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Copyright © 1998 MCB UP Ltd. All rights reserved.
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0968-4891
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10.1108/14634449810246860
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Abstract

Argues from the point of view of the executive search professional that in this era of the global economy, individuals in the workplace should think proactively about their skills sets and experiences. Suggests that an awareness of the changing world of work and a proactive approach will enable individuals to be more flexible in meeting demands from the marketplace. Argues that in order to survive and flourish in the face of rapid organizational change, individuals will need to demonstrate an entrepreneurial attitude and a willingness to take risks. Proposes a number of ways in which individuals may begin to adopt this entrepreneurial attitude and take increasing responsibility for their own work lives.

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Empowerment in Organizations – Emerald Publishing

Published: Dec 1, 1998

Keywords: Career development; Empowerment; Individual behaviour; Organizational change; Responsibility

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