Discusses the positive contributions work can have for women experiencing life transitions. Describes the role of employment counselors in helping to create new life possibilities. (MCF)

After recommending that they develop a firm self-concept and set of values, this article offers a number of suggestions for women seeking nontraditional careers. They include playing the power game, building significant male relationships, and seeking role models. (Author/BP)

Examines responsibility career counselors have to address economic, psychological, and social aspects of their working female clients. Proposes the concept of an artist and her quilt as metaphor for the woman and her career. Suggests that finished quilt illustrates connectedness of women's multiple and often complex, conflicting roles. (Author/BHK)

Provides practical suggestions for employment counselors concerned with the advancement of women in nontraditional career fields. Focuses on employment counselor's role in promoting sex equity and nontraditional careers for women. (Author/NB)

A review of recent literature on counseling needs of women points out role conflicts, cultural hostility, and institutional bias that keep some women out of the labor market and cause job-seeking and job adjustment problems for others. Awareness of these factors on the part of employment counselors is imperative. (Author)

The question now is whether women will continue to be the majority of low-skilled, low-paid workers or will share equally in opportunities in all fields of employment. Counselor must be aware of the rights and resources available to each woman in pursuing her career goals. (Author)