It Depends: Research and Reality

On this episode of It Depends: Research and Reality, we turned to our listeners to understand their journey as I/O psychologists. We discuss the many reasons people get into I/O psychology, the factors that go into choosing between a Masters or PhD program, and the careers within our field. Is there an I/O psychologist you would like to hear on our program? Reach out to us at [email protected]

In this episode we sit down with experts in coaching, leadership, and performance management. On top of discussing their textbook, Dr. Paul Levy, Dr. Ali O'Malley, and Dr. Brodie Riordan discuss the research and professional adventures they've been on over the past two decades and how their relationship influenced their personal and professional life.

Tune in for a discussion with Dr. Thornton-Lugo and Aleksandra Dunjic, two experts on DEI who are passionate about creating a welcoming and inclusive environment. In this episode we will dispel common myths around diversity, equity, and inclusion, have in-depth discussion on who actually benefits from DEI efforts, and provide tips on how to navigate polarized conversations around DEI.

Here is a quick introduction to the new purpose of our podcast! As you may guess from the title (Research and Reality), we are looking to see where academia and applied IO psychology are intertwining and how we may better do so. If you are interested in being a guest, please let us know!

Episode 16 gets into conflict (including work-family), stress, resources, and recovery. Follow along to hear us discuss these topics and explain some important related research!

Why do people leave their jobs? How do we know if someone is going to leave their position? How have presenteeism and absenteeism been affected by COVID-19? Check out this episode to learn more! References: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b8-ogjC5pd9X_LlZSyCI3eezhb0UoOn5Ev5mSPcwTVw/edit

Have you ever wondered about the different phases in the organizational lifespan and the role of culture and climate? Then tune in for this week's episode and reflect on your experience entering a new job! Click here for this episode's references.

Last episode we overviewed attitudes and talked about job satisfaction, but what other job attitudes matter? How about happiness, commitment, identification, and an org favorite: engagement? These are exactly what we discuss in this episode. Enjoy our discussion and overview of some key articles!

Is job satisfaction important? Should we measure job satisfaction? Tune in to this episode to learn about attitudes and job satisfaction! References: https://docs.google.com/document/d/103G-U2R25KJ3MDoBCFM-hehGcDCz0Lrrt3BNLA-5DBM/edit

What motivates you? How do you motivate your employees? What do you do if you aren't motivated? Tune in to learn about motivation and how to use it to conquer your goals. Click here for our reference list.

How do you set and strive toward the goals you have? What do you do when you have more than one goal to accomplish at once? Listen to this episode to hear some discussion on questions relating to goals and self-efficacy, followed by some interesting articles on these topics.

Deviant and unethical behaviors have many implications on both the organization and their employees. What is the difference between an unethical and a deviant behavior? How do these affect the organization and the individuals? Listen to learn more! Click here to view our references

Should organizations get rid of the performance appraisal? What makes a performance appraisal system successful? Join in as we take a new approach to discussing relevant articles in I-O Psychology. Click here to view our references.

In episode 7, we discuss the good and the bad of recruitment strategies. We also discuss selection decisions and end with utility analysis. Join our discussion on what works and what doesn't in our Q&A! References: https://docs.google.com/document/d/13xupebdxB1N8dxxyVyB_n7kcjuNp3ReY58YjQtsNZtA/edit?usp=sharing

In this episode, we add to our discussions on selection and training by reviewing how technology may complement and supplement in these processes. From AI to games, we cover some popular and intriguing research and discuss implications. What is the coolest technology you have seen utilized in the workplace? References: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wDYAO8AIi5vz38owNDN8bML8saRJzgqkzl1FeVMRErk/edit?usp=sharing

Have you ever wondered what makes some teams more successful than others? In this episode, we discuss the various types of teams, how their dynamic and sometimes diverse nature affects performance and coordination, and how training can further develop teams to meet the needs of an organization. Click here to view our references.

Have you ever been curious about the science behind training? How your attitude can affect what you learn? Join us this week to learn all about training and reflect on your own experiences. Click here for our references.

Have you ever wondered how personality impacts the selection process or why an interview didn't try to make a connection with you? This episode we discuss assessments that are commonly used in the selection process. Click here to view the Reference page.

Do you feel supported by your organization? Does your boss treat you fairly? Have YOU ever felt discriminated against at work or felt a lack of justice? This week will discuss the basis of all relationships in an organization and the influence of diversity. Tune in to learn about how the social exchanges you have at work may be influencing your relationships and overall attitudes and behaviors at work. Also, hear some interesting research relating to gender and racial diversity along with types of discrimination. Reflect upon your own experience while you listen to this week's episode. Click here to view the Reference page for this episode.

In today's episode we discuss the foundation of I/O psychology within organizations: legal matters and prevention. References (in order discussed in the episode): Cascio, W. F., & Aguinis, H. (2011). Applied psychology in human resource management (7th ed.). New Jersey: Prentice Hall. (Chapter 2: The Law and Human Resource Management). Aguinis, H., & Smith, M. (2007). Understanding the impact of test validity and bias on selection errors and adverse impact in human resource selection. Personnel Psychology, 60, 165- 199.  https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1744-6570.2007.00069.x  Hebl, M., Cheng, S. K., & Ng, L. C. (2020). Modern discrimination in organizations. Annual Review of Organizational Psychology and Organizational Behavior, 7, 257–282. https://doi.org/10.1146/annurev-orgpsych-012119-044948 Ployhart, R. E., & Holtz, B. C. (2008). The diversity-validity dilemma: Strategies for reducing racioethnic and sex subgroup differences and adverse impact in selection. Personnel Psychology, 61, 153-172.  Ford, J.K. (2021). Learning in organizations: An evidence-based approach. Routledge, Taylor & Francis: New York, NY. Cascio, W.F., & Aguinis, H. (2005). Applied psychology in human resource management (6th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall. (Chapter 9). Levy, P. (2017). Industrial/Organizational psychology: Understanding the workplace. (6th ed.). Worth Publishers. Strah, N., & Rupp, D. E. (2022). Are there cracks in our foundation? An integrative review of diversity issues in job analysis. Journal of Applied Psychology, 107(7), 1031–1051. https://doi.org/10.1037/apl0000989 Campion, M. A., Fink, A. A., Ruggeberg, B. J., Carr, L., Phillips, G. M., & Odman, R. B. (2011). Doing competencies well: Best practices in competency modeling. Personnel Psychology, 64(1), 225–262. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1744-6570.2010.01207.x

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