The Power of Patterns That Guide Our Thinking
Could creativity be as simple as following templates? Research dating back to 1914 shows that even primates use cognitive patterns to solve problems. read more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 14, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Drew Boyd Tags: Creativity Intelligence Work Source Type: news
The 5 Warning Signs of a Toxic Work Environment
Each year, Fortune Magazine publishes a list of the best companies to work for, but what about the worst workplaces? We know what makes a workplace great—good pay, benefits, outstanding leadership, good colleagues—but what are the signs of a really bad company? Here are some of the key warning signs of toxic work environments.read more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 14, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Ronald E. Riggio, Ph.D. Tags: Stress Work bad companies bad leadership best companies to work for bullying Careers toxic leadership toxic workplaces workplace bullying worst companies to work for Source Type: news
What Would Your Professors Say About You?
Dear students: Here are some questions you can ask yourselves about your behavior, along with possible thoughts instructors may have about them. read more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 12, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Mitchell M. Handelsman, Ph.D. Tags: Education Ethics and Morality Psych Careers Work college teaching letters of recommendation student-faculty relationships Source Type: news
Does Unethical Leadership Decrease a Follower's Performance?
Asking people to engage in unethical behavior at work can actually decrease their motivation and overall performance. Leaders would do well to remember that even if an unethical request would increase profits in the short term, it might also undermine employee performance in the long run.read more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 12, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Isaac H. Smith, Ph.D. Tags: Ethics and Morality Work ethical leadership unethical requests Source Type: news
Everything is PR
We have gotten used to authoritarian regimes imposing “reality” on their subjects.... But this is a step beyond that.read more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 12, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Ken Eisold, Ph.D. Tags: Social Life Work authoritarian regimes mystification public relations thought control Source Type: news
Be a High Performer (Not a Workaholic) in 2015
Workaholics believe the key to success is working harder and longer than everyone else. High performers know otherwise.read more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 11, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Denise Cummins, Ph.D. Tags: Behavioral Economics Happiness Self-Help Work achieving work life balance how to succeed improving performance at work success at work workaholics Source Type: news
Retirement: Good Bad Good Bad Good Bad?
Should you retire? Should you save for retirement? Should we retire retirement?read more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 11, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Howard S. Friedman, Ph.D. Tags: Happiness Health Stress Work retirement the longevity project Source Type: news
Successful People Have Conscientious Partners
Most of us have heard some version of the saying “Behind every successful man is a great woman.” This quote highlights that people get accolades for their success in the workplace, but most people who achieve greatness in the workplace need people who support their personal lives.read more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 9, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Art Markman, Ph.D. Tags: Behavioral Economics Work agreeableness Big five income marriage partner personality conscientiousness promotions raises success workplace satisfaction Source Type: news
Restorative Justice at Work
Should victims have a say in how those who are caught are punished? Is restorative justice both more fair and more effective than retributive justice?read more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 8, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Adrian Furnham, Ph.D. Tags: Law and Crime Work Source Type: news
Absences at Work: More May Be at Stake Than You Think
Dealing with employees who are frequently “missing in action” can be a major challenge. Looking at it carefully can pay off for both you, your organization and your workers.read more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 7, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Steve M. Cohen, Ed.D., C.M.C Tags: Work workplace policies Source Type: news
Is Your Life Really Going Well or do You Just Think it is?
‘Tis the time of year for resolutions. Whether it’s making them, keeping them, or, more often than not, breaking them. The Internet is flooded with recommendations for what to do and how to do it. But there’s at least one important thing missing from all of this fuss: will your resolutions make you happier in the long run? Learn about two sorts of happiness to find out.read more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 7, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Paul Dolan, Ph.D., Tags: Happiness Health Self-Help Work age marriage resolutions Source Type: news
Redefining Success in 2015: How Much Is Enough?
The desire for success is a universal phenomenon. Yet, many of us forget to ask ourselves some critical questions before embarking on this pursuit.read more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 7, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Craig Dowden, Ph.D. Tags: Happiness Health Self-Help Work Defining success meaningful life pursuing happiness wealth Source Type: news
How Corporate Social Responsibility Increases Productivity
Working to benefit a good cause increases productivity by up to 30 percent, according to the findings of a new study from the University of Southampton.read more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 7, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Ray Williams Tags: Work Source Type: news
Does Corporate Social Responsibility Increases Productivity?
Working to benefit a good cause increases productivity by up to 30 percent, according to the findings of a new study from the University of Southampton.read more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 7, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Ray Williams Tags: Work Source Type: news
The 15 New Books to Read in 2015
The most exciting books coming out on psychology and workread more (Source: Psychology Today Work Center)
Source: Psychology Today Work Center - January 7, 2015 Category: Psychiatry & Psychology Authors: Adam Grant, Ph.D. Tags: Behavioral Economics Happiness Self-Help Work Source Type: news
