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In the dynamic landscape of the modern workplace, employee well-being is the cornerstone of organizational success. The Job Demand- Resource (JD-R) model, presented by Bakker and Demerouti in 2007, highlights the complex balance between labour demand and resources. This model highlights the crucial role of adequate resources in mitigating the harmful effects of high job demand. Artificial intelligence (AI) is …
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 …
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 …
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 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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Within the intricate framework of organizational dynamics, conflicts are not only unavoidable but also essential for the advancement and development of any organization. Be it due to different perspectives, competing interests, or limited resources, conflicts naturally arise within the intricate tapestry that binds individuals into a cohesive working unit and this unavoidable nature of conflicts makes it necessary for us …
