The Society for Descriptive Psychology

The world makes sense, and so do people.      -Peter G. Ossorio, Ph.D.

A Descriptive Psychology Perspective on Careers

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Presenter Lane Lasater, Ph.D.
Date October 2, 2022
Abstract: This presentation examines the concept of “Lifework” as a central
dimension of careers from three perspectives: a) How does one’s career
actions reflect person characteristics, interests and background? b) What
enduring patterns can be identified through a career? and, c) What is the
personal significance of fulfilling one’s lifework? Utilizing Descriptive
Psychology concepts, I identified central dimensions of Lifework,
developed an interview schedule, and interviewed via Zoom five mid-to-
late career members of the Society for Descriptive Psychology regarding
their career processes and actions. From the interview information, I
created retrospective career narratives illuminating themes, patterns and
meanings in each person’s “Lifework.”
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