2014: Exploring the Myths of I/O Psychology a Month at a Time
For those that may not be aware, the ‘Science of Science’ is in disarray. Everything is currently under the microscope as to
Studies You Should Know: Poverty Impedes Cognitive Functioning
Mani, A., Mullainathan, S., Shafir, E., & Zhao, J. (2013) Poverty impedes cognitive function. Science, 341, 6149, 976-980. Abstract The poor often
Studies You Should Know: Work Stress and Employee Health
Ganster, D.C., & Rosen, C.C. (2013) Work stress and employee health: A multidisciplinary review. Journal of Management, 39, 5, 1085-1122. Abstract Research
Healthy Thinking
According to Wikipedia, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is a psychotherapeutic approach that addresses dysfunctional emotions, maladaptive behaviours and cognitive processes. CBT achieves
The Signal and the Noise: Why So Many Predictions Fail
In a recent book, Nate Silver illustrates the limitations of people to think in probabilistic terms and build models that incorporate uncertainty.
Studies You Should Know: Personality Testing In a Selection Context
Klehe, U. C., Kleinmann, M., Hartstein, T., Melchers, K. G., König, C. J., Heslin, P. A., & Lievens, F. (2012). Responding to
Studies You Should Know: Leveraging 360-Feedback
Nowack, K. M., & Mashihi, S. (2012). Evidence-based answers to 15 questions about leveraging 360-degree feedback. Consulting Psychology Journal: Practice and Research,
Replication, Measurement, and the Advancement of I/O Psychology: Two Years On
Two years ago when this blog was started, the key driver was to have a forum, not only to discuss best practice
New Zealand: The Home Of Culturally Appropriate Testing
New Zealand is a fantastic country. This statement will come as no surprise to many but it is often taken for granted
A Big Theory
For my last blog on the psychological articles in the Economist I would like to draw people’s attention away from I/O psychology