Psychology 2035A/B Lecture Notes - Lecture 11: Occupational Outlook Handbook, Job Satisfaction, Glass Ceiling

• School: Western University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: Psychology 2035A/B
• Professor: Doug Hazlewood

Document Summary

The way workers view their jobs is strongly related to their income. Those who earn higher salaries are more likely to obtain a sense of identity from their work; lower salaries typically see their jobs merely as a way to make a living. Examining personal characteristics and family influences: personal characteristics. Choosing a career is best managed by those who have secure attachments and self-efficacy about work. Intelligence predicts likelihood of entering particular professions but is not an absolute predictor a career success. Specific aptitudes (e. g. artistic talent) are more important than general intelligence. Social skills contribute to success in many careers. Careers ideally match one"s interests in the world and contribute to motivation. It is best to find a career that is compatible with one"s personality: family influences. Career choices are influenced by family background because parents and children often attain similar levels of education. Thus middle income background is associated with high paying professions.