Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Organizational Development”
In the context of emerging technological shifts and evolving employee expectations, today’s business highlights generational differences in their workforce, where humor remains a timeless, powerful tool for strengthening relationships and building a sense of oneness. Each organization has its unique humor and quirky phases that are regularly used. Whether it’s a Baby Boomer recalling a fax machine mishap or a …
Leadership extends beyond authority; it is about vision, movement, and change. It nurtures growth, guides teams through uncertainty, and fosters innovation. Women are not challengers to the old but architects of the new-shaping workplaces with empathy, resilience, and transformational impact. When a woman leads with the expertise of Industrial-Organizational (I/O) psychology, she elevates leadership, introduces innovation, and redefines the future …
Imposter syndrome is not just a whisper of insecurity in a woman’s mind—it is an echo of centuries-old biases, a consequence of structures that were never built for her. It is not a personal flaw but a cultural artifact, passed down through unspoken expectations, systemic inequities, and the quiet erosion of self-belief. From childhood, women are taught to be humble, …
Military cohesion and leadership has been the driving factor behind military effectiveness since ancient times. Armed forces in democracies are Janus faced organizations that exist not for themselves or by themselves. John H. Johns defined military cohesion as “the bonding of members of an organization or unit in such a way as to sustain their will and commitment to each …
As Fei-Fei Li, a computer scientist, once said, “AI is not a substitute for human intelligence; it is a tool to amplify human creativity and ingenuity.” AI has successfully incorporated itself into our daily lives and organizations. Human resource managers use it effectively to enhance personalized employee development and training. Tools such as Generative AI and Natural Language Processing (NLP) …
A promise of reward is a long-term input that generates an efficient outcome. Rewards have traditionally been the one of the most powerful forms of reinforcement in an organisational setting. Oftentimes, they render an alignment in the company’s objectives, performance, employee involvement and are presented in various forms which are usually formal, psychological, and social in nature. In the current …
In today’s fast-paced world, sustainable leadership is crucial for steering organizations toward environmental responsibility and longterm success. Sustainable leaders focus on eco-friendly goals and cultivate a culture that encourages teams to adopt and integrate sustainable practices, promoting environmental stewardship and driving organizational transformation. Transformational leadership, which emphasizes vision, inspiration, and change, aligns well with sustainability efforts. These leaders motivate their …
You have an important meeting today and you wake up to cloudy, dark weather. Your entire morning routine, which includes having your coffee in the balcony, soaking up the bright sunlight, going for a jog, coming back, getting fresh and meditating to the sound of birds singing gets disrupted and all you long for is the sun to come out …
In business operations, a single action can trigger a domino effect, reverberating throughout the organization. Within the complex dynamics of workplaces, prioritizing employee well-being emerges as a linchpin for organizational success. The adage ‘happy employees, productive workforce’ encapsulates a truth proven time and again. However, fostering employee well-being does not necessarily require grand gestures or lavish perks. Often, it begins …
In the bustling world of business, the spotlight is, more often than not, placed on outward accomplishments and observable triumphs. However, amid the hustle and bustle, there exists a quieter, often overlooked realm—the realm of mental health. Just like an unseen backpack, many professionals carry the weight of invisible battles, grappling with stress, anxiety, and other psychological challenges behind the …
