Identity design vs. the adjustment of professional profiles to the dynamic reality of labour markets

Abstract

The article describes popular paradoxes that come together with changes taking place on labour markets, it also presents the outline for operational concepts that can tone down the negative effects of pushing people out of labour markets and enhance the need among ageing societies for preserving or even extending their professional life. The basie thesis, being the axis for the conducted considerations, is that being a part of the dynamie reality of labour markets, people have to be venturesome, i.e. physically and professionally active – especially when at pre-retirement age. The constantly changing professional reality forces people to adjust their professional profiles to it. However, it is necessary to provide external support for these processes. Thus, the present article describes the role of vocational education and career guidance for employment and professional reconversion – especially in terms of mental preparation among people with dying professions.