Concluding Remarks

Abstract

We set out to uncover common themes and, perhaps, some disparities in the career stories from exemplar scholars in the field of organizational studies. Along with Robinson and Sorenson, we caution readers to be mindful of the inherent limitations of post hoc sense making. All of our contributors have reflected on their own paths toward success through their own biased lenses. Moreover, we have sampled on the dependent variable and have not considered the paths of those whose efforts have led to more modest success. Nonetheless, for rising scholars and those considering academic careers in organizational studies, consistencies across these individuals may provide some points to ponder. While none of the factors described by the exemplars profiled in this book is likely sufficient to achieve their level of success, one can speculate on the necessity of these factors....