White Bear Syndrome: Recognizing Potential Roadblocks In Transitioning From Practitioner to Leader
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
9-1-2017
Department
Social Work
Abstract
Social work practitioners are ingrained with values that shape their professional selves and the activities they perform. A critical piece of clinical social workers’ motivation involves relationships with clients. This firmly entrenched mindset can present barriers when practitioners become leaders in human service organizations. Transitioning from clinical practitioner to leader requires a paradigm shift. To help understand and overcome internal conflicts, the authors use the white bear syndrome accompanied with symptoms and strategies to help pinpoint potential struggles. Key questions are provided to help clinical practitioners successfully transition into leadership roles.
Publication Title
Human Service Organizations: Management, Leadership & Governance
Volume
41
Issue
4
First Page
438
Last Page
477
Recommended Citation
Hurst, T. E.,
Hurst, P. W.
(2017). White Bear Syndrome: Recognizing Potential Roadblocks In Transitioning From Practitioner to Leader. Human Service Organizations: Management, Leadership & Governance, 41(4), 438-477.
Available at: https://aquila.usm.edu/fac_pubs/16160