Em busca da mistura perfeita: transições de carreira à luz dos parâmetros propostos pelo modelo de carreira caleidoscópica (MCC)

Abstract

Global changes indicate the arrival of a “post-modern” era in career management, focused on self-management. This change reflects the evolution of the concept of career, which went from a corporate responsibility to a new vision where it is the individual himself who must take control of his professional trajectory. Despite the specific nuances, several career types/models/theories that aim to explain different career perspectives share similar characteristics that reflect fundamental pillars for construction professional trajectory, highlighting self-management, adaptability, flexibility and mobility, these characteristics gave rise to the Organic Career Model proposed by this research. This dissertation investigates how the parameters, authenticity, balance and challenge, proposed by the Kaleidoscopic Career Model impact a career transition process when the choice is made for an Organic Career Model. The research adopts a qualitative approach, using the thematic oral history method to collect detailed narratives from women from different regions of Rio Grande do Sul who have undergone career transitions. The results indicate that the traditional career model, characterized by the individual's professional trajectory in a single organization and vertical linear progression, no longer aligns with current social dynamics. People are increasingly looking for careers that align with the characteristics of the Organic Career Model, which values ​​self-management, adaptability, flexibility and career mobility. In meeting authenticity, self-management emerges as a valuable learning experience, allowing women to align their careers with their personal values ​​and interests, resulting in greater motivation and professional resilience. Flexibility and the balance parameter appear as aspects interconnected, reflecting a conscious choice for a career that allows you to reconcile personal and professional life in a satisfactory way, especially in professions with autonomous and informal ties. Adaptability and mobility, both physical and psychological, are essential to navigating changes in the job market. This complexity of work it can be seen as a challenge that drives the development of diverse skills and the ability to adapt. This movement towards autonomous and more flexible careers reflects a growing trend of women seeking greater control and satisfaction in their professional trajectories.