Trends in Business Psychology
2026 is off to an eventful start. Bringing with it ideas that may alter the very landscape of organizations, the upcoming months may witness trends that revolutionize work culture and employee well-being. Business Psychology stands at the intersection of employee well-being and organizational efficiency, dedicated to mapping out how psychological factors influence performance and productivity, as well as the maintenance …
Generative AI is not capable of replacing human judgement and ethical responsibility that we have in real intimate or therapeutic relationships, it’s just a software. But, it is being promoted as an emotional partner which could cause confusion between stimulated intimacy and real connection. In 2022, AI was seen as a tool for productivity instead of a partner. This is …
For decades, the continuous eight-hour block was the unshakeable pillar of the corporate world. However, as we navigate the evolving landscape of 2026, the conversation is shifting from where we work to when we work. We are witnessing the rise of microshifting, a trend that is rapidly redefining the psychological contract between employer and employee. Microshifting is defined as breaking …
Remember when we thought of Artificial Intelligence as merely a smart tool like a sophisticated calculator or a chatbot that waited patiently for us to type a prompt? That era is already fading. We are witnessing a profound psychological and operational shift in business: the transition from AI as a “tool-mate” to AI as a “teammate”. Welcome to the age …
The feelings of underemployment for new employment form workers such as platform and gig workers creates both a risk and an opportunity. Underemployment here refers to the subjective experience of underused potential at work. It can either boost or damage the career satisfaction of employees depending on the perception of their skill, education, or the time that is being underutilised. …
