Applying Psychology to the Workplace

Industrial-Organizational (I-O) psychology focuses on improving productivity, well-being, and fairness in organizations. I-O psychologists study worker motivation, leadership styles, team dynamics, and job satisfaction.

Major Areas

• Personnel Selection: Finding the best candidates for a job.
• Training and Development: Helping employees learn new skills.
• Organizational Culture: Creating positive work environments.

Real-World Impact

• Increases job satisfaction and reduces burnout
• Promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring and promotion

Practical Insights

• Good leadership boosts morale and productivity
• Fair performance evaluations help organizations grow