All Outputs (2)

Influences and benefits of role models on social media (2016)
Conference Proceeding
Jenkins, L., Lin, R., & Jeske, D. (2016). Influences and benefits of role models on social media. In E. L. Slade, N. P. Rana, S. Al-Sharhan, A. C. Simintiras, Y. K. Dwivedi, M. Mäntymäki, …M. Clement (Eds.), Social Media: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly, Proceedings 15th IFIP WG 6.11 Conference on e-Business, e-Services, and e-Society, I3E 2016 (673-684). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-45234-0_60

The current paper examined three research questions. First, what are the perceived benefits for social network users who have role models online? Second, to what extent does having role models online influence one’s self-presentation on social media?... Read More about Influences and benefits of role models on social media.

Interactive support effects on career agency and occupational engagement among young adults. (2016)
Journal Article
Jenkins, L., & Jeske, D. (2017). Interactive support effects on career agency and occupational engagement among young adults. Journal of Career Assessment, 25(4), 616-631. https://doi.org/10.1177/1069072716652891

The PIC model by Gati and Asher describes three career decision making stages: pre-screening, in-depth exploration, and choice of career options. We consider the role that three different forms of support (general career support by parents, emotional... Read More about Interactive support effects on career agency and occupational engagement among young adults..