Humans are inherently social beings, and our need for social relationships is rooted in the quest for comfort, connection, and shared experiences. Social support encompasses the solace derived from a network of friends, family, colleagues, and others who stand by you during challenging times, acting as a shield against loneliness. Cobb (1976) defined social support as an individual’s perception that …
Interpersonal Skills as a Career Booster: A Social Psychological Perspective on Communication and Collaboration
In the world of career growth, interpersonal skills are like important strands that weave together the insights from social and organizational psychology with the realities of working with others. This article looks at how these skills are essential for building a successful career, not just nice-to-have qualities. They play a crucial role in helping people work well together, communicate effectively, …
Understanding Group Behavior for Team Success: Insights from Social Psychology
Group dynamics are crucial in every setting that involves the collaboration of people. Social psychology helps us decipher the corporate workplace in newfound ways and gives us an understanding of how people work. The synergy between organizational psychology and social psychology provides profound insights into how individuals interact within groups, and these interactions influence a team’s overall performance. Recently, working …
Mentorship and Coaching in the Workplace: Psychological Principles for Career Development
In the bustling corridors of a renowned corporation, a young, ambitious professional found himself at a career crossroads. Despite his hard work and dedication, his path to advancement seemed obscured, like a sailor lost in a foggy sea. Enter a seasoned executive with a wealth of experience and a keen eye for potential. Recognizing the young professional’s dilemma, she offered …
Resilience Training in Organizations: Learning to Thrive in Challenging Environments.
When Covid-19 pandemic hit us hard, posing significant health, economic, and social challenges, many companies across globe recommended their employees to take up the HBR online course on “Ernest Shackleton and his historic Endurance expedition”. Well, who is this Ernest Shackleton and how can his expedition help us with the unprecedented issues we faced with COVID-19? To understand this, let …
The Role of Social Influence in Organizational Change: Strategies for Effective Adaptation and Learning
The process of social influence in organizations involves the demonstration of particular behavioral tactics and strategies by individuals to influence behavioral outcomes controlled by others in ways that maximize positive outcomes for the influencer and minimize negative outcomes. Social influence processes have a significant impact on organizational change. From an organizational development perspective, organizational change is “a set of Behavioral …
Developing Empathy: The Cornerstone of Altruistic Behavior in Schools
In the world of education, something important is taking the spotlight: altruistic. In schools, teachers and parents are realizing that it is not just about getting good grades; it is also about being understanding and supportive. And at the heart of all this is a big word: empathy. Empathy is like a superpower that helps us understand and share how …
Aspirations and Anxiety: Balancing Dreams with Mental Wellness
Introduction As human beings, we constantly strive for growth and self-improvement. Our aspirations drive us to aim high, set goals, and chase our dreams. It is this ambition that helps us evolve and attain new milestones in life. However, at times, our aspirations can also become overwhelming, leading to anxiety and stress. This article explores the intertwined relationship between aspirations …
Team Dynamics: Fostering Altruism for Enhanced Collaboration
Have you heard about Forelius pusillus? Forelius pusillus is a Brazilian Ant. At dusk, these ants defend their homes by sealing off the entrances with sand and every night up to eight workers remain outside to finish the job. Left behind, they die by the next day. Behavioural ecologist Adam Tofilski of the Agricultural University of Kraków in Poland and …
Aspiration-Driven Development: Personal Growth Plans in the Workplace
Companies have long crafted personalized roles and career paths for their stars; Yet it is possible – indeed necessary – to extend this personalized approach to all employees. – Reid Hoffman, Co- Founder of LinkedIn. The demand for supportive work environments isn’t going anywhere. As people continue to prioritize themselves in the workplace, employers will have to rethink how they …