Batistic and Tymon (2017) -> NW

Question 1

What is the definition of ‘networking’ according Batistic and Tymon (2017)?

Answer 1

the practice of building and nurturing personal and professional with a variety of people that result in gaining resources (support, information, contacts)

Question 2

what are the two proposed dimensions of social capital/networking according to adler & kwon (2002)

Answer 2

• structure: patterns of connections, including the size and spread of network
• > big networks have more weak ties -> acces to ‘exclusive’ info
• content: nature and strength of connections
• > promotes strong ties -> can lead to solidarity

Question 3

How can ‘employability’ be defined according Batistic and Tymon (2017)?

Answer 3

the perceived ability to attain sustainable employment appropriate to one’s qualification level. consists of two dimension

1) internal perceived employability : relates to perceptions of abilities, ambition & career skills
2) external perceived employability: relates to perceptions of labor market factors & demographics

these two dimensions are intrinsically linked, because the internal employability influences how the external employability is percieved and vice versa

Question 4

what is ‘affective adaptation’ according Batistic and Tymon (2017)?

Answer 4

an individuals willingness & ability to change in response to the environment. It requires information, flexibility and feedback.

Question 5

What is was the research design of the study of Batistic and Tymon (2017) and how does it limit the study?

Answer 5

a cross-sectional design was used, however a longitudinal design would examine the sequences in the relations and the link between employability and career path.

Question 6

What are three benefits of networking according to Batistic and Tymon (2017)

Answer 6

1) enhancing employability
2) maintenance of contacts that can provide relevant resources
3) allowing for better possibilities to find a job