Career Journey Research Articles

Transformational and Unifying Leadership: An Interview With Loressa Cole.

In this column, the recently retired American Nurses Association Enterprise Chief Executive Officer, Loressa Cole, DNP, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN, shares how her career journey shaped her into the healthcare executive she is today. As a transformational and unifying leader, she emphasizes the creation of cohesive environments that support nursing excellence and positively impact the profession. Dr Cole encourages nurse leaders to maintain a positive attitude, strong work ethic, and supportive networks while being patient-centered.

Unlocking Pathways to Employment: Exploring the Interplay of Internship Hours, Supervisor Interaction, and Faculty Guidance in Sport Management Students’ Career Journey

Unlocking Pathways to Employment: Exploring the Interplay of Internship Hours, Supervisor Interaction, and Faculty Guidance in Sport Management Students’ Career Journey

Abdul Haris Nasution's Contributions to Indonesian Military and Politics: 1955-1959

This article is a historical study that discusses Abdul Haris Nasution from a political perspective. This research explores Abdul Haris Nasution's career journey and his contributions to the Indonesian military and politics from 1955 to 1959. This study uses historical methods with steps, namely heuristic, verification, interpretation, and historiography. The historical sources used are primary sources, including the Chiefs Staff of mandate in the Republic of Indonesia, Instructions of the Central Warlord, The Mimbar Indonesia, and Nasution's writing books. Secondary sources from the results of previous research, which became the basis of Nasution's thought on the military and politics, such as Abdul Haris Nasution's role in the "Bandung Lautan Api" incident in 1945–1946 and Abdul Haris Nasution's role in the liberation of West Irian, 1957–1962. The results of this research show that Nasution's career in the military field was very bright, starting with joining the Reserve Officers Corps (CORO). On October 17, 1952, Nasution resigned from the Chief of Staff of the Army (KSAD) position and returned to active service in the military in 1955. Nasution contributed to the military field in 1955–1959 to formulate ideal civil-military relations in Indonesia and the "middle way" army concept. Nasution's contribution to the political field in 1955–1959 re-implemented the 1945 Constitution. Nasution encouraged President Soekarno to issue a presidential decree as the beginning of guided democracy.

Exploring how longitudinal integrated clerkships at Stellenbosch University influence the career journeys of medical graduates

Background. Longitudinal integrated clerkships (LICs) are increasingly being implemented across the globe for their educational benefits and the recruitment of rural medical practitioners. As new LICs are established, it is important to explore the extent to which these benefits manifest, and the influence of LICs on the career journeys of graduates. Stellenbosch University’s LIC has been running for 11 years, and to date the career outcomes of graduates have not been described.Objectives. To explore factors that influence the career journeys of graduates from Stellenbosch University’s LIC.Methods. An interpretivist, qualitative study was performed. Semi-structured interviews that were recorded and transcribed were conducted (8 graduates, ≥5 years after graduation). Inductive thematic analysis was done. Participants were asked to depict their career journeys. These pictures and an interview guide were used as prompts during the interviews.Results. Three themes were generated from the data: (i) feeling prepared for the career journey; (ii) acquiring a new motivation and career goals; and (iii) unexpected influences on career journeys. The availability of posts and transformative influences are important factors in the career journeys of LIC graduates. These graduates were enabled by their undergraduate training to explore non-traditional career options and preferred working in rural environments. Although individual priorities caused many participants to work in urban settings, they indicated a desire to return to rural environments.Conclusions. The LIC training at Stellenbosch University acts as a significant influence on the early career journeys of such graduates, which are possibly achieved in two ways. Firstly, LIC supports the development of professional identities among its graduates. Secondly, LIC supports transformative learning within a safe learning environment that leads to changes in perspectives regarding the graduates’ responsibility towards patients and communities.

Finding a true passion ignited a stellar career in orthopaedics.

From a self-professed 'mediocre academic performance' at veterinary school, Andy Moores' career journey proved to be anything but and he has recently opened his own specialist referral practice.

Narrative Research of Chemistry Lecturer Career Journey: Challengs, Achievements, Scientific Contribution and The Value of Succes

The experience of a chemistry lecturer includes a variety of pedagogical and research activities. This study uses a qualitative method with a narrative approach to explore the story and the views of chemistry lecturers on the experience and also the meaning contained in it. The results of this study show that many scientific contributions have been made by chemistry lecturers including cooperation with universities abroad in the development of science and research as well as collaborative research and publications, to the appointment of post-doctoral fellows. The education system in Indonesia is also one of the big challenges that is of particular concern to achieve better education. From the experience of his career journey, there are values of success that have been the main capital in carrying out his responsibilities as a lecturer and professor, including sincerity, honesty, and sincerity.

Embracing the Extraordinary: 14 Unconventional Careers for a Changing Job Market

In an ever-evolving landscape of technological advancements and opportunities, the traditional notions of career paths and success have undergone a significant transformation. The changing landscape of career pathways has ushered in a new era, where unconventional and off-beat professions are taking centre stage. As individuals seek fulfilling and financially rewarding careers, the importance of Return on Investment (ROI) and cost-effectiveness has become increasingly prominent in their decision-making process. Gone are the days when the pursuit of careers was confined to well-trodden paths of medicine and engineering, accompanied by hefty tuition fees and prolonged educational journeys. Today, a paradigm shift has occurred, as individuals recognise the immense potential and benefits of exploring alternative career choices that offer not only high demand and good scope but also remarkable ROI. The purpose of this white paper is to provide a comprehensive and insightful exploration of 15 unconventional careers that offer a breath of fresh air in the changing landscape of professional pursuits. It aims to equip readers with an in-depth understanding and valuable insights into a range of non-traditional professions that not only captivate the imagination but also provide promising opportunities for growth and financial stability. Furthermore, this white paper seeks to shed light on the changing dynamics of career pathways and emphasise the significance of considering ROI and cost-effectiveness in career choices. It aims to challenge the prevailing notions of success and encourage individuals to discover and explore unconventional career paths that not only align with their passions but also offer a remarkable return on their investment, both in terms of time and money. By presenting a wealth of information, statistical data, testimonials, and success stories, this white paper endeavours to empower readers to make informed decisions about their educational and professional journeys. It serves as a guiding beacon, showcasing the potential of unconventional careers and dispelling the notion that a costly degree is the only pathway to success. In the following sections, we will delve into the details of 15 unconventional careers, explore the universities and educational institutions offering relevant courses, and examine the countries that exhibit a high demand for these jobs. Our aim is to equip readers with the knowledge and insights needed to join an exciting and rewarding career journey that breaks free from conventional norms. As we explore these unconventional career paths, let us challenge the status quo, embrace the evolving dynamics of the job market, and set our sights on fulfilling and financially viable professional pursuits. Together, let’s create a journey of discovery, where passion and profitability intersect in extraordinary ways.

Embracing Possibilities and Change With a Relational Approach to Leadership: An Interview With Kay Kennedy.

In this column, Kay Kennedy, DNP, RN, NEA-BC, CPHQ, chief executive officer for Leadership, LLC, shares how her career journey and the relationships that she built along the way led to a contemporary nursing leadership theory called Human-Centered Leadership.

From passion to profession: Career journey influences on Arts, English and Language students

This study examines career decision making journeys and expectations of undergraduate Arts, English and Language students, and potential benefits of appropriate interventions to support graduate outcomes. Employing a mainly social constructivist theoretical framework, objectives included gaining an understanding of student perceptions of their own employability, meaningful employment and perceived barriers to graduate progression. Twelve semi-structured interviews were conducted with final year students, and through thematic analysis results revealed students’ passion for their subject and the desire to use their skillset in paid employment. Significantly, embedding a work placement option removed the barrier of limited time and increased workplace confidence.

The help my family pets received from a national charity shaped my career journey.

Laura Scowen was inspired by the support PDSA gave to her family's pets in her childhood to become a vet herself - and has come full circle to work at one of the charity's London branches.

Fascination, frustration and a passion for tech meant only one career: veterinary IT.

A mischievous mind at school steered Jack Peploe's career journey towards an inevitable conclusion: at 16 he was running his own IT firm, which evolved into specialist company Veterinary IT Services.

DAMPAK MEDIASI ORGANISATIONAL CITIZENSHIP BEHAVIOUR TERHADAP EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE DENGAN ANTESEDEN CAREER JOURNEY, SELF-EFFICACY DAN QUALITY OF WORK LIFE PADA INSTANSI DIREKTORAT JENDERAL PAJAK

The purpose of this study was to examine the indirect effect of Organizational Citizenship Behavior (OCB) on employee performance by using the antecedents of Career Journey, Self Efficacy and Quality of Work Life. This study also examines the direct role of the variables Career Journey, Self Efficacy and Quality of Work Life on employee performance at the Directorate General of Taxes. This type of research is quantitative using a questionnaire research instrument to collect data. The sample for this research is all employees at the Directorate General of Taxes who are taken using probability sampling. The data analysis method used is Structural Equation Modeling Partial Least Square (SEM-PLS). The results showed that Career Journey, Self Efficacy, Quality of Work Life had a positive effect on Organizational Citizenship Behavior, then Career Journey, Quality of Work Life and OCB also had a positive effect on employee performance, but Self Efficacy had no significant effect on employee performance. In addition, Organizational Citizenship Behavior is also proven to be able to mediate the relationship between Career Journey, Self Efficacy and Quality of Work Life towards employee performance. The findings of this study contribute to the development of theories related to Organizational Citizenship Behavior and the importance of managing career paths, employee self-motivation and the quality of employee work life so that employees can provide maximum performance which will certainly support organizational performance.

Developing a career…versus careering through your professional life.

Vet Jeremy Johnson's career journey went from large animal 'grunt', through a world of pharmaceuticals, to embracing consultancy and then becoming director of new SQP training and registration body Vetpol.

An open chat with… Sandro Sonnino.

Sandro Sonnino is one of the founding members of the Editorial Board of FEBS Open Bio, having joined in 2011. He is also a member of the Editorial Board of FEBS Letters and is the Editor-in-Chief of Glycoconjugate Journal. He is full professor of biochemistry in the School of Medicine at the University of Milan, where he was also formerly coordinator of the Interdisciplinary Laboratory of Advanced Technology (LITA) and Director of the Department of Medical Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Biotechnology. His research is focused on the metabolism and biochemical properties of gangliosides and glycosphingolipids, and their role in cell signaling and the nervous system. He is a guest editor of this special "In the Limelight" issue on glycosphingolipids in disease, which features multiple Reviews and an original research article related to this field. In this interview, Sandro Sonnino discusses the ongoing importance of research on glycosphingolipids and his personal career journey.

Building Intercultural Competences for Students Who Study Abroad

People do not always match one’s prior expectations, and people from countries different from one’s own often do not conform to our stereotypical expectations. This is no less true for students who choose to study abroad as part of their degree programmes. While students may be interculturally competent in one context, they may be considerably less so in another. A single semester exchange can expose them to a wide array of encounters for which they are unprepared, both at their host universities and in their destination countries.
 There is much discussion about how best to help intercultural learning in the context of mobility. This paper draws on findings from third-level incoming and outgoing student mobilities over a four-year period. The purpose is to highlight insights into the cognitive and emotive challenges, motivations, and reflections that students experience before, during, and after studying abroad. Developing and implementing an online platform for intercultural training will enable future exchange students to prepare and engage actively in all three phases of this journey. It is expected that active and voluntary participation and engagement in suchtraining will help to promote students´ plurilingual and intercultural competences as well as trigger personal and professional growth. This has the potential to be a win-win experience not just for the individual student but also for their subsequent career journey when navigating a knowledge-based global economy.

Remembering Alexander Ivanovich Panyushkin: the first neurosurgeon at the Lenringad Road Hospital, successor of the neurosurgical school of the Military Medical Academy named after S.M. Kirov

ABSTRACT. This article focuses on the life and professional achievements of Alexander Ivanovich Panyushkin (19332022), who served as the first neurosurgeon at the Oktyabrskaya Railway Road Hospital and later became its chief physician from 1974 to 1999. Panyushkin obtained his neurosurgical specialization at the Department of Neurosurgery of the Military Medical Academy named after S.M. Kirov, studying under renowned academic neurosurgeons such as V.A. Shustin, V.A. Grebenyuk, and B.A. Samotokin. In the 1960s, Panyushkin studied under renowned academic neurosurgeons such as Associate Professor V.A. Shustin (a specialist in treating discogenic radiculitis), Professor V.A. Grebenyuk, and Professor B.A. Samotokin (head of the department) and other figures and doctors of the academy. The article highlights the establishment of the neurosurgical department of the Road Hospital, which served as the base of the Department of Neuro surgery of the Military Medical Academy named after S.M. Kirov, as well as the close relationship between the hospital and the academy for many years. It also explores Panyushkins significant contributions to the diagnosis and surgical treatment of discogenic lumbosacral radiculomyeloishemia, as reflected in his well-known monographs. The article provides insights into Panyushkins remarkable career journey from a young surgeon to the head physician of a renowned spinal neurosurgical department in Leningrad. Under Panyushkins leadership, the hospital witnessed substantial development, including the construction and equipping of new buildings between 1976 and 1985, where the main capacities of the hospital are concentrated today. The authors draw on Panyushkins memoir to shed light on the history of the Road Hospital, its doctors from different generations, and the experiences of Soviet medicine during the 1960s to 1990s. The authors of this article constantly refer to the materials of this book, which may be useful to clinicians as well as those who are interested in the history of domestic medicine.

The maze: Reflections on navigating intersectional identities in the workplace

AbstractMyriam's story is the story of a woman who has faced several intersectional barriers throughout her life and career journey, leading her into a “maze” of dead‐ends that has jointly prevented her motion. The telling of this story breaks the conventional masculine patterns of academic writing of recent years and represents a turning point in organizational thought. This piece contributes to the growing body of literature in organizational studies on “writing differently,” which advocates for alternative modes of writing and doing research, particularly feminist writing that incorporates storytelling, composite character, and arts‐based research. The approach taken is informed by the use of metaphor, which provides an additional means to convey nuanced understandings and insights that may not be easily expressed through conventional academic writing. The account illuminates the way social identities operate in tandem with power dynamics, social and national context, patriarchy, and relationality to shape individuals' experiences of oppression and privilege. The discourse emphasizes how these factors interrelate and reinforce one another, giving rise to multiple forms of inequality that have significant impacts on women's professional experiences and careers. It uses inventiveness and creativity to provide an immediate emotional and embodied connection between the reader and the lived experiences of Myriam. By offering an in‐depth written and visual representation that moves beyond “linguistic imperialism,” this paper intends to create a critically reflexive and inclusive space that makes the invisible embedded and insidious experience of oppression visible to a wider and more diverse audience.

Dari Ratu Kembang Kacang hingga Berlanggam di Istana: Kiprah Waldjinah sebagai Penyanyi Istana Negara

This study reveals the career path of Waldjinah, a Javanese style singer from Surakarta. The discussion emphasizes the background of childhood, education, and career journey. Waldjinah had an experience that was never forgotten and was also very influential on her career as a singer, namely when she was invited to sing at the state palace by President Sukarno and then continued until the time of President Suharto. Using historical method, this article reveals the childhood that later influenced Waldjinah's life choices. Apart from that, this study also reveals Waldjinah's progress in participating in singing competitions and led her to the State Palace. According to the findings, this study shows that Waldjinah's progress as a famous singer cannot be separated from the family education she received since childhood. In addition, Waldjinah's unyielding attitude brought her to the State Palace to reach the pinnacle of her career. This can be seen from Waldjinah's participation in Bintang Radio approximately three times, even though at the beginning of her participation she did not get the best results.

LUSI ARDILA: SEORANG PENGUSAHA HOME INDUSTRI DI GANTIANG TANGAH PADANG KECAMATAN ULAKAN TAPAKIS TAHUN 2016-2022

This study discusses the biography of Lusi Ardila, a home industry entrepreneur from Gantiang Tangah Padang, Kecmatan Ulakan Tapakis. This study aims to determine Lusi Ardila's career journey as a home industry entrepreneur and its impact on the lives of the surrounding community. This research uses historical research methods which are divided into four stages. The first stage is heuristic (collecting data), the second stage is source criticism (testing the authenticity of information), the third stage is interpretation (interpreting data), and the fourth stage is historiography (writing). The results of this study explain that Lusi Ardila's career journey began from being an embroidery employee at an embroidery business in Kampuang Kalapuang for two months until finally successfully establishing her own business at home. Not only succeeded in establishing a business and reviving the family economy. Lusi Ardila's business also has a positive impact on the lives of the surrounding community by creating jobs.

From dental nursing to senior academic in dentistry: a personal career journey

From dental nursing to senior academic in dentistry: a personal career journey