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SEBOC's premier podcast about the workplace, featuring insights from industrial/organizational psychologists and other experts in organization and human behavior science. It aims to help listeners get ahead by applying evidence-based principles to work life.
Episodes
Ep. 327: Same Job. Different Number - Negotiation Compensation
Two people can have similar qualifications, work in the same role, and still walk away with different compensation. Why?
This episode explores the dynamics of compensation negotiation, including salary expectations, market knowledge, organizational pay practices, negotiation behavior, and how value is perceived during the process.
In this episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Krueger, N
Ep. 326: The Short List - Who Makes It and Who Doesn't in Pre-Hire Screening
Before the interview, someone has already made a decision about you. Your resume gets reviewed, your experience gets compared, and a short list is created.
We took a closer look at pre-hire screening. How organizations evaluate candidates, what gets prioritized, and what can shape who makes it through the first gate.
In this episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Krueger, Natasha Desjardin
Ep. 325: The Tech We Don’t Talk About - Beyond the AI Conversation
Leaders have unprecedented access to information, yet more information doesn’t always lead to better learning or better decisions. Amid AI-generated content, constant updates, and information overload, social learning becomes a powerful organizational asset.
This episode explores how conversation, observation, shared experience, peer learning, and collective sensemaking help people filter what
Ep. 324: The Workplace Isn’t Going Back - Designing Work for What Comes Next
Hybrid work is here to stay, while AI and emerging technologies are redefining how work gets done. Drawing on new insights from Gallup and Deloitte’s 2026 Global Human Capital Trends, this episode looks beyond remote vs. office and human vs. machine to explore what’s next and how leaders can intentionally design work for adaptability, connection, technology, and human performance.
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Ep. 323: Redesigning Teams for Human-Machine Collaboration
Organizations recognize the importance of human-machine collaboration, but recognition isn’t readiness.
With research demonstrating a significant gap between organizations that see the need and those making real progress, this episode explores how leaders can build change readiness while redesigning roles, relationships, workflows, and teams for a workplace where humans and technology increasingl
Ep. 322: The Tech We Don’t Talk About: Beyond the AI Conversation
AI may own the headlines, but it’s far from the only technology reshaping work. Drawing on emerging tech insights from Gartner, Stanford, and Deloitte, this episode explores the technologies flying under the radar, from robotics and digital twins to quantum, wearables, and biotechnology, and what leaders need to know about their impact on people, teams, and the future of work.
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Ep. 321: Developing Leaders Through Organizational Values
Leadership development is most effective when it is grounded in the organization's values. This episode demonstrates how values become the framework for selecting, coaching, developing, and evaluating leaders, creating consistency across the organization and building leadership capacity that reinforces culture and supports long-term organizational success.
In this episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom B
Ep. 320: Creating Organizational Alignment Through Values
Defining values is only the beginning.
This episode explores how leaders intentionally integrate organizational values into everyday decisions, communication, accountability, strategic planning, and operations so employees can consistently make decisions that reflect the organization intended direction even when leadership isn't present.
In this episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Kru
Ep. 319: Building the Values Foundation - From Personal Values to Organizational Values are ready
Authentic organizational values begin with authentic personal values.
This episode provides a practical, evidence-based process for identifying personal values and translating them into meaningful organizational values with clear definitions, observable behaviors, and practical decision-making criteria that employees can apply every day.
In this episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw, Natasha De
Ep. 318: Values - The Most Powerful Leadership Tool Almost No One Uses
Leadership development is most effective when it is grounded in the organization's values. This episode demonstrates how values become the framework for selecting, coaching, developing, and evaluating leaders, creating consistency across the organization and building leadership capacity that reinforces culture and supports long-term organizational success.
In this episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom B
Ep. 317: Creating a Long-Term Career Strategy in I-O Psychology
Your first job is just the beginning of your career journey. In this episode, we’ll discussed how to think strategically about career growth, develop transferable skills, and make intentional career decisions that support your long-term success.
In this Episode: Dr. Heather Morton, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Krueger, Lee Crowson, LindaAnn Rogers
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Ep. 316: Standing Out in a Competitive Job Market
Landing an I/O role requires more than simply submitting applications. It requires you to communicate the value you bring to the workplace. This episode will help you explore how to improve your resume, networking, interview skills, and personal brand while avoiding common mistakes.
In this episode: Dr. Heather Morton, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Krueger, Lee Crowson,s, Natasha Desjardins
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Ep. 315: Building Experience Before You Feel Ready
How do you gain I/O experience if you can’t land your first I/O job?
We discuss practical ways to gain relevant skills through internships, research, volunteer work, consulting projects, and opportunities that help you bridge the gap between graduate school and the workplace.
In this episode: Dr. Heather Morton, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Krueger, Lee Crowson, LindaAnn Rogers, Natasha Desjardins, Rich
Ep. 314: Finding Your Place in I-O Psychology
I/O psychology has so many career paths. (Probably more than many people realize.) However, figuring out where you fit can feel overwhelming. In this episode, we explored the different areas of the field and how to identify roles that align with your strengths and interests.
In this episode: Dr. Heather Morton, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Krueger, Lee Crowson, LindaAnn Rogers, Ian Siderits
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Ep. 313: A Method for the Madness - What Transformation Actually Looks Like Phase by Phase
This episode offers a practitioner's view of what sustainable transformation actually moves through: from the moment of honest awareness, through the friction of resistance, into the kind of cultural shift that outlasts any single initiative or leader.
In this episode: Meagan Bond, Nic Kruegar, Rich Cruz, LindaAnn Rogers, Lee Crowson, Ian Siderits, Tricia Kennedy, Alexander Taylor
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Ep. 312: The Future of AI Is Culture
Every organization is in a race to adopt artificial intelligence. Few are asking the more important question: are our people ready to work alongside it? The organizations that will win the next decade are not the ones with the most advanced technology — they are the ones with the culture strong enough to absorb, adapt to, and leverage it.
AI does not fail because of the algorithm. It fails becau
Ep. 311: The Corporate Hamster Wheel - Why Organizations Keep Running and Going Nowhere
Most organizations are extraordinarily good at activity and extraordinarily bad at progress. Meetings that produce more meetings. Initiatives launched before the last ones landed.
Leaders who are permanently busy and chronically stuck. This is not a strategy problem. It is a pattern problem, and patterns live in culture, not in org charts.
This episode examines the invisible cycles that keep or
Ep. 310: Culture Is Not Wallpaper - It Is the Foundation
Organizations spend billions on strategy, technology, and process redesign, and then wonder why results do not follow. The answer is almost always the same: culture was treated as an afterthought rather than the operating system beneath everything else. When culture is decorative, change is cosmetic.
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Ep. 309: Human as Your Competitive Advantage in the Age of AI
Why organizations investing in artificial intelligence without investing in human readiness are setting themselves up for failed adoption and wasted capital
In this episode: Dr. Heather Morton, Tom Bradshaw, LindaAnn Rodgers, Nic Kruegar, Dr. Jagadesh Chander, Cynthia Cole
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Ep. 308: When Personalities Collide - Turning Workplace Friction into Productivity
We discussed what happens when different personalities collide at work, and how those moments of tension can either derail teams or drive growth.
We also explored the psychology behind conflict, communication breakdowns, and practical strategies for turning personality differences into stronger collaboration and better results.
In this episode: Nic Krueger, Tom Bradshaw, LindaAnn Rodgers, CT Sa
Ep. 307: Personality Assessment and Testing: Insightful Tool or Misused Shortcut?
We discussed the role of personality assessments in the workplace, what they do well, where they fall short, and how they should be used responsibly. We also broke down the science behind testing, the risks of misuse, and how organizations can apply these tools in a way that adds real value.
In this episode: Nic Krueger, Tom Bradshaw, LindaAnn Rodgers, CT Sanders, Josh Strauss, Natasha Desjardins
Ep. 306: Hiring Beyond the Resume - Using Personality to Select the Right Fit
We discussed how personality insights can strengthen the selection process and lead to better hiring decisions. Beyond skills and experience, we explored how personality influences job fit, team dynamics, and long-term success.
We also addressed common mistakes organizations make when trying to incorporate personality into hiring.
In this episode: Nic Krueger, Tom Bradshaw, LindaAnn Rodgers, Na
Ep. 305: Personality at Work - The Hidden Driver of Behavior and Performance
We discussed what personality really means in a workplace context, and why it matters more than most organizations realize. From daily interactions to long-term performance, personality shapes how people think, behave, and respond to challenges.
We also explored how understanding personality can improve teamwork, leadership effectiveness, and overall organizational outcomes.
In this episode: Nic
Ep. 304: Navigating Resistance and Driving Change with Expert Support
We explored the critical role I/O psychologists play in guiding organizations through culture change, particularly when facing resistance from employees or leadership.
We also examined common barriers to change, including skepticism, change fatigue, and misalignment of values, and how these challenges can surface during transformation efforts.
In this Episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw, Lee
Ep. 303: Assessing and Shaping Culture for Wellbeing
What if culture wasn’t a buzzword, but a measurable system you can diagnose, design, and optimize to directly improve employee wellbeing?
We discussed how organizations can assess and intentionally shape culture to support employee well-being.
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Ep. 302: Inclusion or Belonging and Wellbeing at Work
We dive into how inclusive cultures directly impact psychological and emotional well-being. We explored how a sense of belonging, perception of fairness, and safety of identity can influence employee engagement, stress levels, and overall employee health.
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Ep. 301: Culture, Burnout, and Sustainable Work Practices
What if the very “hustle” culture your organization celebrates is quietly burning out the people you can least afford to lose?
We’ll examine how organizational culture contributes to burnout or helps prevent it. The discussion unpacks how norms and expectations around overworking, availability, and productivity shape employee wellbeing.
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Ep. 300: Psychological Safety as the Foundation of Wellbeing
We discussed how the impact of trust, openness, and the ability to speak up without fear can contribute to reducing stress, improving collaboration, increasing motivation, and enhancing performance.
We also talked about leadership behaviors that encourage (or damage) psychological safety.
In this episode: Bijou Attey, Tom Bradshaw, LindaAnn Rogers, Cam Dunson, Nic Krueger, Dr. Emi Barresi, Jagad
Ep. 299: Strategic Planning as a Leadership Discipline, Not an Annual Event: How Great Firms Think All Year
Strategic planning is not a retreat. It’s a leadership operating rhythm.
This episode discusses why annual retreats fail without quarterly integration, the importance of decision logs and risk logs, how to build strategic review into leadership meetings, and why culture determines whether strategy survives.
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Ep. 298: Turning Intent Into Infrastructure: Why Most Strategic Plans Die in Q2
Strategy fails not because it’s wrong, but because it was never operationalized into systems. We discussed the difference between a strategic goal and an operational objective.
→ Why every strategy must translate into systems, scorecards, and ownership.
→ The concept of “If it’s not measured, it’s not real,”
→ How to break a 3-year strategic move into assignable roles.
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Ep. 297: The Critical Concept in Strategic Planning: Why Customers Don’t Care About Your Services
Organizations build strategies around what they sell instead of what customers are hiring them to accomplish.
This episode discusses the concept of Jobs to Be Done thinking
(without jargon), Why “services” is not a strategy, how to define the highest-value job your customer hires you to do, and the danger of competing on scope instead of outcomes.
In this episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Lee Crowson
Ep. 296: Strategy vs. The To-Do List: Why Most Strategic Plans Are Just Operational Noise
Most leadership teams think they have a strategy. What they actually have is a list of projects.
Discussed:
· The difference between strategy and operations
(and why confusing them kills momentum)
· How to identify whether a goal is truly strategic or just activity
· Why last year’s “strategic goals” were likely execution improvements
· The 3 diagnostic questions that reveal
Ep. 295: Ethics Under Pressure - Decision Making During Organizational Crisis
Layoffs, rapid change, public scrutiny, and crisis situations often reveal an organization’s true ethical posture.
This episode explores how ethical standards are tested, and sometimes abandoned, during periods of organizational pressure. Using I-O psychology frameworks, we examine ethical decision-making under uncertainty, competing stakeholder demands, and the long-term cultural consequences o
Ep. 294: Ethics or Optics? When Corporate Purpose Becomes a Performance
In this episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Lee Crowson, Natasha Desjardines, Nicolas Krueger, Rich CruzI/O Career Accelerator Course: https://www.seboc.com/jobVisit us https://www.seboc.com/Follow us on LinkedIn: https://bit.ly/sebocLIJoin an open-mic event:ReferencesAshforth, B. E., & Gibbs, B. W. (1990). The Double-Edge of Organizational Legitimation. Organization Science, 1(2), 177–194. https://doi
Ep. 293: Ethical Leadership Isn’t Neutral - How Leaders Shape Moral Climate and Psychological Safety
Ethics in organizations live in leadership behaviors rather than documented in policies alone. We examined how leaders actively shape ethical climate and psychological safety through everyday decisions, silence, and signals.
In this episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Dr. Karen Mishra, Nic Krueger, Natasha Desjardins, CT Sanders, Chris O'Brien, Rich Cruz
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Ep. 292: When Technology Becomes the Boss - Ethical Boundaries of AI, Analytics, and Surveillance at Work
In this episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, Dr. Paul Spector, Rich Cruz, Natasha Desjardines, Nicolas Krueger, Lee Crowson
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Ball, K. (2022). Surveillance in the Workplace: Past, Present, and Fu
Ep. 291: How Supervisors, Mentors, and Coaches Can Develop Gen Z & Millennial Leaders
In this episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Emi Barresi, Dr. Kim Derryberry, Natasha Desjardines, Nicolas Krueger, LindaAnn Rogers, Rich Cruz
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Cannon-Bowers, J. A., Bowers, C. A., Carlson
Ep. 290: How To Identify High Potential "Reluctant Leaders" in the "Persuadable" Zone
In this Episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Dr. Kim Derryberry, Natasha Desjardines, Lee Crowson, Nicolas Krueger, LindaAnn Rogers, Rich Cruz
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Ep. 289: Career Growth without "People Management" The Current Leadership Pipeline Challenge are ready!
In this episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Natasha Desjardines, Lee Crowson, Nicolas Krueger, LindaAnn Rogers
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Aycan, Z., Özbilgin, M., Moraligil, B., & Epitropaki, O. (2024). Reluc
Encore: [Ep. 230 - The Shadow of Self-Doubt: Strategies to Help Employees Overcome Imposter Syndrome]
We examined the psychology of imposter syndrome (the imposter phenomenon) and explored strategies to help overcome it to create more confident employees.
In this Episode: Dr. Heather Morton, Tom Bradshaw, Lee Crowson, LindaAnn Rogers, Nic Krueger, Emi Barresi, Dr. Martha Grajdek, Rich Cruz, Cam Dunson, Dr. Amanda Shelton, Alexander Abney-King, Dr. Matt Lampe
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Encore: [Ep. 206 - Enhancing Leadership Skills for Effective Strategic Implementation and Alignment: Leading the Charge]
Discover invaluable insights and practical strategies to empower leaders in driving successful strategic initiatives. As a seasoned executive or emerging leader, this episode offers essential guidance to elevate your leadership capabilities
In this Episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Krueger,
Dr. Matthew Lampe, Lee Crowson, Alexander Abney-King, Peter Plumeau
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Encore: [Ep. 279 - Leading through Chaotic Change]
When chaos hits, leadership can’t be scripted. Like steering through a storm, the key is shifting from “buy-in” to readiness. In this episode, we explore practical ways to help teams brace for impact, pivot together, and stay resilient so you can lead with clarity, humanity, and courage in the toughest moments.
Guest: Dr. MaryJo Burchard (Creator of 'DUEL Leadership Model for Change
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Ep. 288 - From Career Confusion to Direction
We unpacked how I/O psychology can transform career uncertainty into confident direction. We also explore evidence-based tools to help you make sense of competing priorities, manage overwhelm, and identify the strengths, values, and motivators that point you toward meaningful next steps.
In this episode: Nic Krueger, Tom Bradshaw, Rich Cruz, Kim DerryBerry, Dr. Tim Sharples
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Ep. 287 - Fixing Your Career Blind Spots
We unpacked the invisible habits, assumptions, and gaps in awareness that often limit growth for early-career and seasoned I/O practitioners.
In this episode: Dr. Heather Morton, Dr. Tim Sharples, Nic Krueger, Lee Crowson, Rich Cruz, Dr. Emi Barresi
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Ep. 286 - Year-End Career Audit
We stepped back and examined the patterns, progress, and pivots that shaped your professional growth in 2025, while also exploring how to leverage your strengths, values, and goals in your career.
In this episode: Dr. Heather Morton, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Krueger, Rich Cruz, Dr. Emi Barresi, LindaAnn Rogers, Asif Haider, Staci Lee
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Ep. 285 - Beyond the Hype: Redefining Work in the Age of Intelligence
A second byte of episode 242: AI Robots and Human-Centered Workforce. We’re continuing the conversation on the topic of the year.
We'll explore how technology can amplify, not replace, what makes us uniquely human.
In this episode: Nic Krueger, Tom Bradshaw, Rich Cruz, Staci Lee, Lee Crowson, Kat Ortiz, Dr. Emi Barresi
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Ep. 284 - Cognitive Agility 2.0: Building Agility That Outlasts Change
We delved deeper into what it truly means to be cognitively agile—not just reacting to change, but reframing it, leveraging it, and thriving through it.
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Ep. 283 - Beyond the Degree: Finding Your Footing in the I/O Field
A second bite of episode 257: You have the degree now, what?
Revisiting the conversation surrounding the transition from study to practice and the realities of trying to find an I/O specific role.
We explored what it really takes to land meaningful roles, navigate the uncertainty, and build confidence when the “real world” doesn’t match the textbook.
Ep. 282 - Human-Centric Leadership: Keeping a Human-Ethics Focus in Tech-Forward Time
Human-centric leadership is more than a philosophy; it’s a necessity in today’s tech-forward world.
In this episode, we unpack what human-centric leadership truly means, why it matters, and introduce an innovative model designed to develop the leadership competencies necessary for thriving ethically. Discover how to lead with empathy, purpose, and impact while preparing your teams for the future
Ep. 281 - Engineering Leadership: From Engineer to Leader (Mastering the Human Side of Technical Leadership)
Highly skilled engineers often rise into leadership roles only to find themselves unprepared for the human complexities of guiding teams. In this episode, we explore the nuances of transitioning from a technical expert to a people leader, highlighting the soft skills that aren’t typically taught in engineering school but are essential for success. Learn how to communicate effectively, inspire coll
Ep. 280 - Trustworthy Leadership: Redefining Integrity in a Changing World
Trust starts at the top. In this episode, we explore how leaders can inspire a culture of trust by demonstrating reliability, openness, competence, and compassion. Learn how intentional actions and clear communication create ripple effects that strengthen relationships and foster organizational alignment.
Guest: Dr. Karen Misha (Co-Author of Becoming a Trustworthy Leader: Psychology and Practice)
Ep. 279 - Leading through Chaotic Change
When chaos hits, leadership can’t be scripted. Like steering through a storm, the key is shifting from “buy-in” to readiness. In this episode, we explore practical ways to help teams brace for impact, pivot together, and stay resilient so you can lead with clarity, humanity, and courage in the toughest moments.
Guest: Dr. MaryJo Burchard (Creator of 'DUEL Leadership Model for Change
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Ep. 278 - Transforming Leadership Development
We explored an innovative approach to leadership development that
goes beyond traditional training methods. Discover a collaborative model designed to build leadership acumen across all levels of the organization, from executives to frontline employees.
We’ll discuss how shared learning fosters stronger teams, drives innovation, and creates a greater organizational impact.
Guest: Dr. Gaynell Van
Ep. 277 - Workplace Well-Being Amid AI Integration
AI can improve efficiency, but at what cost to people? This episode takes a hard look at how organizations can integrate AI ethically and sustainably while protecting employee well-being.
We discussed real-world challenges, humanistic AI principles, and practical steps for leaders and employees to ensure that technology serves people, not the other way around.
In this Episode: Dr. Heather Mort
Ep. 276 - The Future of Work & AI
AI is transforming the workplace. But should we fear it or embrace it? In this episode, we dive into the future of work, exploring how AI is reshaping jobs, skills, and organizational culture.
We busted myths, highlight opportunities, and share practical tips anyone can use to prepare for an AI-powered workplace (without needing to be a tech expert).
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Ep. 275 - EQ and Mental Fitness in Leadership
In this episode: Dr. Heather Morton, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Kruger, LindaAnn Rogers, Jason Hamill, Laura Jordan, Alanna Thomas, Kat Ortiz
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Coronado-Maldonado, I., & Benítez-Márquez, M. D. (2023). Emo
Ep. 274 - Open Discussion: Getting Connected Within SEBOC
In this Episode: Dr. Heather Morton, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Kruger, Dr. Emi Barresi, Rashid Abulemaali, Dr. Tim Sharples, Staci Lee, Kat Ortiz, Ruthie Kihuguru, Jamal Cottman, Jason Hamill
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Ep. 273 - Why Delegating is Important and How to Overcome Your Lack of It
In this Episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Krueger, Dr. Cam Dunson, Jason Hamil, LindaAnn Rogers, Rich Cruz.
References:
10 Highest Paying Psychology Careers in the
World: https://academiamag.com/edutainment/10-highest-paying-psychology-careers/
Crutweets. (n.d.). The Art of Delegation: Cru. Retrieved from https://www.cru.org/us/en/train-and-grow/leadership-training/leading-a-
Ep. 272 - Filling the Gap Left By Interviewers
In this Episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Krueger, Lee Crowson, Jason Hamil, LindaAnn Rogers
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Ep. 271 - Bridging the I/O Psychology Scholar-Practitioner Divide
In this Episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Christine Mikhail, Dr. Michelle Powell, Nic Krueger, Lee Crowson, Jason Hamil, Dr. Tim Sharples, Dr. Heather Morton
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Baldridge, D. C., Floy
Ep. 270 - Enhancing Leadership Effectiveness Through Executive Assessment (Case Study)
In this Episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Dr. Michelle Powell, Nic Krueger, Dr. Emi Barresi, Lee Crowson, Jason Hamil, Rich Cruz.
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Ep. 269 - The Famous Netflix Workplace Culture Deck: What Still Works (or Not), 20 Years Later?
Praised by top executives as “perhaps the most important document to ever come out of Silicon Valley”. Two decades ago, Netflix quietly released a 124-slide culture presentation, and it changed how we talk about work. It quickly became a global blueprint for forward-thinking workplace culture. The Netflix Culture Deck championed values like radical honesty, freedom with responsibility, and a no-no
Ep. 268 - Future-Proofing Your Culture: Keeping the Soul Alive as You Scale
Learn how to bake culture into daily habits, rituals, and systems, so your people remain culture carriers and protect what makes your culture unique as your team grows in size, complexity, and impact.
In this Episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw Lee Crowson, Nicolas Krueger Dr. Emi Barresi, Christine Mikhail, Dr. Paul Spector, Dr. Amanda Shelton, Rich Cruz.
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Ep. 267 - Bridging the Old Guard vs. New Guard While You Scale
In this episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw, Lee Crowson, Nic Kruger, Dr. Emi Barresi, Rashid Abulemaali
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Coyle, D. (2018). The culture code: The secrets of highly successful groups (1st ed.). Ba
Ep. 266 - Turning Cultural Resistance into Resilience
In this episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw, Lee Crowson, Nic Kruger, Jason Hamil, Dr. Emi Barresi, Imani Nakyanza
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Felps, W., Mitchell, T. R., & Byington, E. (2006). How, when, and why bad a
Ep. 265 - Why Great Companies Struggle to Maintain Culture When They Scale
In this episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw, Lee Crowson, Nic Kruger, Rich Cruz, Christine Mikhail, Jason Hamil
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Coyle, D. (2018). The Culture Code: The secrets of highly successful groups. Bant
Ep. 264 - Agility and Psychological Safety: Fast Doesn’t Have to Mean Frantic
In this Episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, Dr. Paul Spector, Nic Krueger, LindaAnn Rogers, Dr. Pamela Maurer, Laura Jordon
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Cai, Z., Huang, Q., Liu, H., & Wang, X. (2018). Improving the agil
Ep. 263 - Organizational Agility: Structures That Move at the Speed of Change
In this Episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, Dhaval Panchal, LindaAnn Rogers
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Cegarra-Navarro, J.-G., & Martelo-Landroguez, S. (2020). The effect of organizational memory on organizational a
Ep. 262 - Leadership Agility: The Adaptive Advantage
In this Episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, LindaAnn Rogers, Lee Crowson
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Ahmed, A. A. H., & Badawy, S. M. (2024). Influence of Leadership Agility and Organizational Innovation on Organizat
Ep. 261 - Cognitive Agility: Rethinking Mindsets for Rapid Change
In this Episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, Dr. Matt Lampe, Lee Crowson, LindaAnn Rogers, Dr. Heather Morton, Imani Nakyanza.
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Ep. 260 - The Real Cost of “Figure It Out” Culture
Ever told to just figure it out at work? How’s that working for you? This week, we unpacked the hidden toll of sink-or-swim workplace cultures, from burnout and disengagement to turnover and stalled growth.
In this episode: Dr. Heather Morton, Tom Bradshaw, Dr. Emi Barresi, Lee Crowson, Nic Krueger, Rich Cruz, Dr. Kate Morales
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Ep. 259 - Solo, But Not Simple: I/O Psychology for the One-Person Business
Thinking about doing your own thing? This week, we will discuss the pros and cons of branching out as an entrepreneur.
In this episode: Dr. Heather Morton, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Krueger, Dr. Emi Barresi, LindaAnn Rogers, Lee Crowson, Christine Mikhail, Brendan Grech, Alexander Abney, Dr. Kimala Proctor
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Ep. 258 - Why Your Feedback Isn’t Working (And How to Fix It)
Do your organization’s feedback strategies help or hinder employees? In this episode, we covered feedback strategies that build trust without burning people out.
In this Episode: Dr. Heather Morton, LindaAnn Rogers, Dr. Amanda Rae Shelton, Kate Morales, Lee Crowson, Alexander Abney-King, Rich Cruz, Nic Krueger, Dr. Matthew Lampe, Imani Nakyanza
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Ep. 257 - You Have the Degree… Now What?
It’s time to explore real-world strategies for navigating the transition from education to career, with insights on finding your path, building your brand, and making your expertise matter.
In this Episode: Dr. Heather Morton, Dr. Pamela Maurer, Caralee Lynch, LindaAnn Rogers, Peter Damasi, Alexander Abney-King, Elani Williams, Lee Crowson, Rich Cruz, Nic Krueger,
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Ep. 256 - Psychological Safety: Trust, Trauma, and Team Performance
Let’s go deeper into how to actually foster psychological safety in teams—not just what it is, but how to spot it, build it, and fix it.
In this Episode: Dr. Heather Morton, Tom Bradshaw, Dr. Juliette Nelson, Dr. Emi Barresi, Dr. Pamela Maurer, Lee Crowson, Rich Cruz, LindaAnn Rogers, Nic Krueger,
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Ep. 255 - Advancing Vital Aspects of Police Work with an I/O Psychology Lens - with Dr. Tim Sharples and Chris Hsiung
In this Episode, Dr. Tim Sharples interviews Chris Hsiung.
Chris Hsiung is a retired police chief from Mountain View, CA, and Undersheriff for the San Mateo (CA) Sheriff’s Office.
He has a distinguished career in law enforcement and is known for his progressive leadership and dedication to community engagement.
During his tenure, Chris championed initiatives prioritizing transparency, proce
Ep. 254 - Building a Future-Ready Workforce
How can organizations equip employees with the skills and mindset needed for an uncertain future?
This episode will discuss strategies in learning, development, and workforce innovation and transformation, drawing on I-O psychology principles to create agile, adaptable workplaces.
In this episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, Rich Cruz, LindaAnn Rogers, Nic Krueger, Alexander Abney-King
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Ep. 253 - The Expectation Dilemma: Balancing Organizational and Employee Needs
Workplace expectations are rapidly shifting to employees seeking flexibility, purpose, and well-being, while organizations focus on performance, productivity, and culture.
This episode will examine how companies can navigate these expectations to drive engagement and long-term success in a market that sometimes seeks to quiet the worker voice.
In this episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, N
Ep. 252 - Human-Centric Leadership in the Age of AI
This episode explores the role of I-O psychology in ethical leadership, decision-making, and creating a people-first approach to technology integration and why it’s critical based on current trends and the need to better understand how technology can improve our jobs.
In this episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, Dr. Paul Spector, LindaAnn Rogers, Nic Krueger, Lee Crowson.
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Ep. 251 - WorkCookie at SIOP in Denver: I-O Psychology in Action
Catch the latest insights and trends as we take A deep dive into key takeaways from the SIOP conference, highlighting emerging trends in I-O psychology.
We also discussed SEBOC’s presence at the event and the broader impact of I-O psychology on workplace innovation.
In this episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, LindaAnn Rogers, Nic Krueger, Dr. Matthew Lampe, Lee Crowson, Alexander Abney-King
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