A study of 175 job seekers aged 18-60 indicated that years of work experience were not related to the importance placed on person-organization fit. Having experienced poor fit made it more important to future job searches. Desire for personal control was positively related to the importance of fit. Both situational and dispositional factors…

Discusses the role of the supervisor who is directly responsible for a sandwich placement student in the workplace. Identifies and examines seven supervisory styles, highlights ways in which effective workplace supervision can enrich placement experience, and discusses placement management guidelines. (JOW)

Summarizes a Bureau of Labor Statistics paper on what is and is not known about the extent and cost of training in the United States. Includes information on studies of the effects of training and discusses the need for a broad-based survey of employer-provided training. (JOW)

Balancing consulting work with other life roles requires deciding how much one wants to work, how effectively and how often, what percentage of time to allocate to different elements, how much and how far one wants to travel, and how efficiently one manages the work environment. (SK)

Work-related reinforcer patterns may be influenced by fieldwork and work experience. Such patterns may differ depending on the respondent (student, therapist, or supervisor). A study of 120 Alberta occupational therapists and students determined that such differences could be a factor contributing to the disenchantment recent graduates find with…

Examines participants' reactions to a special assignment program of the executive branch of the federal government. Results indicate that participants react favorably to their experiences. Suggests that administrators, applicants, and sponsors be aware of factors contributing to the success of special assignment programs. (JOW)

The author discusses the problem of adult illiteracy. Funding sources for adult basic education are reviewed. Suggestions regarding how vocational educators can help solve the literacy problem are included. Initiatives suggested include (1) diversification, (2) collaboration, (3) partnerships, and (4) renewal. (CH)

Examines the role of the occupational socialization process of adults, beginning with the start of the individual's working life and ending with development and advancement of the individual's career. Conflicting views of management and labor concerning employee development are considered and the need for cooperation is stated. (CH)

This study investigated whether occupational changers differed from nonchangers with respect to (1) personal and demographic variables; (2) experience of the life cycle transition periods; and (3) work values, job satisfaction, and organizational commitment. Changers preferred intrinsic rewards, saw their jobs as vehicles for growth, took risks,…

A definition of sexual harassment includes a scenario of how it could occur in the field of parks and recreation. A sample policy statement and a discussion of how parks and recreation administrators can limit their liability is presented. (CB)

Investigates gender differences in smoking behavior by observing 292 men and 648 women smoking in a university workplace. Finds that men take longer breaks, smoke more cigarettes, and inhale more often than women. (MW)

Based on National Association of Elementary School Principals 1987 survey data, this article presents a profile of the "typical" K-8 principal--White, male age 47, politically conservative, with a masters degree, 11 years' experience as principal, and considerable job satisfaction. Women are gaining representation, but not minorities.…

Predicts that the social contract between employers and employees will be radically different in the future. Discusses four truths in employment and looks at lifelong learning and the role of the university. Identifies most significant aspect of new contract between employees and employers to be continued movement toward individual contracts. (NB)

Cites the advantages of working in the office rather than working at home and telecommuting: discipline, structure, and social interaction, as well as office supplies and working equipment. Suggests that the drama of meetings and the social interactions are important parts of work life. (JOW)

A civil engineer describes his first day as a substitute teacher. Despite detailed lesson plans and good intentions, maintaining an orderly class environment is far from a "piece of cake." Recess duty is an ordeal, and lunch in the shabby teacher's lounge is uninspiring. The biggest benefit is appreciation of what constitutes a full-time teacher's…