environment. Sabel (1991) for example argues
that individuals secure their long-term
employability through participation in
professional and social networks outside of
the firm. Mallon (1998) suggests that having a
portfolio career is also helpful when creating
contacts because it puts the individual in
contact with more people in diverse settings.
Greenhaus and Callanan (1994) report that
participation in formal organisations and
professional associations, as well as informal
discussions can help develop useful contacts.
They enhance employability because the
individual is more likely to know when their