Contends that emerging global economy has implications for both individual psychology and structure and choice of occupations. Examines growing need for personal flexibility as response to influence of advanced technology, new economic and political alliances, and sweeping social revolutions. Addresses central role of counselor in facilitating…

Considers importance of personal flexibility in global economy. Says that personal flexibility does not occur spontaneously but must be nurtured by schools and facilitated by counselors in education, work, and community settings. Discusses need for new models of career counseling, psychoeducational models, testing, possibilities for cross-national…