Future Directions in Identity Construction Research

Identity construction has been widely studied, garnering scholarly attention from different epistemological and methodological traditions. Especially research on the identity construction process of identity work has prospered in recent years. Identity construction is a fascinating field of study for management scholars with important implications for the individual at work. Identity construction enables individual growth and empowerment, allowing the individual to take an agentic approach towards their own development. The aim of the panel is to integrate and review existing research on identity construction, address current debates, and offer research recommendations to advance the field. In addition to discussing fundamental assumptions within the identity construction field, the speakers will explore the role of multiple identities, context (work and non-work identities) and temporality (past, present and future identities). The symposium intends to highlight the valuable contribution of identity construction research to the management field, point to emerging trends and offer a springboard for future research in this domain.