The role of narrative in career construction theory

Career construction theory (CCT) (Savickas, 2005) approaches career counseling and career development from a constructivist and narrative perspective. As career theories move towards incorporating holistic approaches that take into consideration individuals' subjective experiences, narrative theory offers a means to draw out and clarify this story. Career construction theory, effectively integrates narrative and career conceptualizations to holistically create clarity in understanding what, how, and why individuals author their lives and careers in order to help individuals develop a cohesive identity, adapt within their environment, and construct the next chapter of their career story.

Research Highlights
► Ties narrative theory and interventions to a comprehensive career theory, CCT (Career Construction Theory).
► Delineates how counselors can use narratives to uncover individuals’ vocational personality, career adaptability and life themes.
► Explores how narratives foster lifelong identity construction that enable individuals to adapt in their careers over time.