Work & Wellness with Dr. Sharon

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Beyond the Gig: Integrating Entrepreneurship into Sustainable Career Pathways

Beyond the Gig: Integrating Entrepreneurship into Sustainable Career Pathways26 Feb40 min

In this episode, Dr. Sharon interviews career development researcher Dr. Tristram Hooley about integrating entrepreneurship into sustainable career pathways. They challenge the common “flexibility and wealth” narrative by noting uneven access to capital and networks, frequent failure, and that self-employment can mean lower pay and longer hours. Hooley argues that career guidance should support access to decent work, avoid shifting risk onto individuals, and include socially-just practices su...