Abstract
This study investigates images and expectations in the discourse of middle class workers about to retire concerning their future. It intends to identify some points to be considered in retirement vocational guidance programs. A qualitative methodology was used based on the discourse analysis, and the strategy consisted on semi-structured interviews specially developed for this research. The main recurrences had been: the continuous relation between retirement and work; the identity bound to labor; the work as a main time organizer and concerns about further economical conditions. Considering the increase time life expectation, the need of a continuous working life in order to maintain a financial independence and social recognition, it is concluded that vocational guidance before retirement is important, mainly, in respect to constructing future choices and life projects, and shaping images about the retired condition, attending the relation between identity and work.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
