6.1- Job Crafting in Ballet Dancers

Question 1

relationship b/w person job fit + psychological wellbeing

Answer 1

high person job fit = high psychological wellbeing

Question 2

goal of study

Answer 2

identify changes in perceptions of job demands + abilities

identify helpful resources provided by employers

discover regulation strategies

Question 3

target of research design

Answer 3

40 interviews w/ professional ballerinas
- 3 different age categories (young, middle age, old)

Question 4

results: young

Answer 4

abilities + demands: strong willed + motivation

needs/resources: challenging roles to enhance productivity + mentoring programs

regulation strategies: supporting skill development + giving more responsibility

Question 5

results: middle aged

Answer 5

abilities + demands: doubts about career choice + natural limitations

needs/resources: reward good performance + adequate levels of recognition

regulation strategies: regular feedback + compensation

Question 6

results: old

Answer 6

abilities + demands: highly experienced/knowledgable & diminishing ability + willingness to acquire new skills

needs + resources: recognition

regulation strategies: mentoring programs