When passion serves a purpose: Race, social networks, and countering occupational discrimination

Adia Harvey Wingfield

doi:10.1007/978-3-030-52078-6_11

When passion serves a purpose: Race, social networks, and countering occupational discrimination

Adia Harvey Wingfield

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Abstract

Sociological research provides extensive analysis of the racial disparities present in contemporary workplaces. However, there is less attention to the strategies and tools black workers use to offset potential challenges. This paper examines how early motivation for pursuing careers provides a sense of purpose that becomes integral for black professionals in the health care industry. Sense of purpose compels black professionals to develop strategies that buffer against racial workplace discrimination, particularly in high-status occupations.

Original language	English
Title of host publication	The Ecology of Purposeful Living Across the Lifespan
Subtitle of host publication	Developmental, Educational, and Social Perspectives
Publisher	Springer
Pages	183-197
Number of pages	15
ISBN (Electronic)	9783030520786
ISBN (Print)	9783030520779
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-52078-6_11
State	Published - Aug 19 2020

Keywords

Occupational discrimination
Purpose
Race
Social networks

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