Jeremie and Johnanna continue their discussion on occupational identity, a state of identifying closely with one’s job. Join RAFT as we learn about how to manage this identity in mission-driven fields, such as SV/DV advocacy.
Episode Time Codes
00:00 Intro01:20 Johnanna introduces herself, experience, and research02:20 Recognizing our Comfort, Learning, and Panic Zones07:00 Review of Occupational Identity: Strong vs. Over-identified12:05 Four Skill Development Areas12:20 Self-Awareness14:00 Emotional Literacy17:50 Accountability21:45 Adaptability24:40 Q&A on Skill Development for Advocates25:40 How can someone who is over-identified, but not quite burnt-out, start building healthier occupational identity?30:10 How to expand social relationships as an introvert32:25 What about over-identification with personal values?40:40 Are there any unique challenges/benefits of Occupational Identity for Advocates who are also survivors?45:35 How does occupational identity lead to an us vs. them dynamic in many organizations between the front line advocates and the leadership?55:15 Outro

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Learn more about Johnanna and her work
Occupational Identity Management Part 1
Occupational Identity Management Part 3

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