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Identity Work: Processes and Dynamics of Identity Formations

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  • Nic Beech
  • Robert MacIntosh
  • Peter McInnes

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Our aim is to elucidate a position that takes identity to be dynamic and changeable over time and to propose a conceptualization that provides a way of mapping alternative imperatives and opportunities for identity work. It is argued that dynamic identity is inherently complex, being constructed through interaction between the self and others. These interactive activities are conceptualised as “identity work”.[1] We regard an understanding of identity work to be significant both for the theorizing of identity and for those who work and manage in organizations, particularly where the organisational situation is itself dynamic.

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  • Nic Beech & Robert MacIntosh & Peter McInnes, 2008. "Identity Work: Processes and Dynamics of Identity Formations," International Journal of Public Administration, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 31(9), pages 957-970.
    • Handle: RePEc:taf:lpadxx:v:31:y:2008:i:9:p:957-970
    DOI: 10.1080/01900690801920411
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    1. Susanne Blazejewski & Franziska Dittmer & Anke Buhl & Andrea Simone Barth & Carsten Herbes, 2020. "“That is Not What I Live For”: How Lower-Level Green Employees Cope with Identity Tensions at Work," Sustainability, MDPI, vol. 12(14), pages 1-23, July.

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