Study of workplace bullying suggests victims don’t always self-identify as such
Workplace bullying has varying prevalence around the world. Just 7-8% of employees in France reported experiencing bullying 2005, compared to 45% of Japanese employees (2012). Workplace bullying is a complex issue, shaped by cultural attitudes and social norms, and continues...
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Male victims of workplace sexual harassment are viewed less favorably and elicit less sympathy
Sexual harassment in the workplace, unfortunately, is still a common occurrence, despite a large and ever-growing body of evidence that thoroughly demonstrates the many different negative consequences for victims of harassment, including anxiety, depression, loss of professional confidence, and disordered...
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Employees with supervisory roles enjoy greater job satisfaction – especially if they have strong power values
New research from the Journal of Personnel Psychology revealed a substantial, positive link between working in a supervisory role and job satisfaction. The strength of this link appears to depend on both individual and country-level power values. While greater power...
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Narcissists make their way to CEO positions faster than their counterparts, study finds
A study published in The Leadership Quarterly sheds new light on why company leaders tend to be disproportionately narcissistic. Among a sample of Italian CEOs, those who were highly narcissistic had advanced to CEO more quickly in their careers than...
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New study sheds light on why narcissists are so successful at attaining leadership positions
New research helps explain why grandiose narcissists often emerge as leaders despite the negative aspects of their personality. The study, published in Personality and Individual Differences, indicates that narcissists often have the "means, motive, and opportunity" to attain leadership positions....
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New psychology research suggests “deep acting” can reduce fatigue and improve your work life
Faking and suppressing one's emotions during interactions with coworkers is associated with emotional exhaustion at work, according to new research published in the Journal of Applied Psychology. But those who activity try to change how they feel internally tend to...
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Reminders of one’s middle name lead to increased guilt and reduced indulgence, study finds
Simply being reminded of one's middle name might make people less indulgent and more virtuous, according to new research published in the Journal of Consumer Psychology. "The idea for this paper came about when we noticed that it was common...
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Participatory meetings in the workplace can shift individual attitudes on social justice and authority, study finds
Research published in Nature Communications suggests that individual beliefs about authority and justice can be influenced through workplace meetings in which workers are encouraged to participate. Attitudes about authority and social justice are often thought to be lasting, stable traits that...
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New research uncovers the psychological benefits of treating the weekend like a vacation
A series of experiments found that simply following the prompt “treat this weekend like a vacation” led workers to a more enjoyable two days off and a happier return to work on Monday. The findings were published in Social Psychological...
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Dysfunctional family dynamics linked to the endorsement of tyrannical leadership in adulthood
People who endure dysfunctional family conflict during adolescence tend to prefer domineering, selfish, and conceited leaders as adults, according to new research published in the Journal of Leadership & Organizational Studies. The findings suggest that tyrannical leaders in the business...
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HR managers discriminate against attractive candidates when hiring for less desirable jobs, study suggests
Research published in the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology suggests that, contrary to popular belief, it does not always pay to be physically attractive as a job seeker. Social psychology literature has long held the proposition that beauty affords...
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Large study finds attractive employees receive more fringe benefits
A new study published in Economics and Human Biology suggests that physical attractiveness determines how many perks a person receives at their job. Previous research has revealed significant evidence that a person’s physical attractiveness can influence their success in the...
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Job insecurity can alter a person’s political attitudes, according to new longitudinal research
A study published in Applied Psychology: An International Review offers evidence that job insecurity can disrupt a person’s identity and ultimately affect their political attitudes. Job insecurity poses numerous psychological consequences, affecting a person’s well-being and also their job performance....
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Trump tweets can have explosive impacts on corporate brand images, study finds
It is no surprise that Donald Trump's use of Twitter can influence political attitudes. But new research provides evidence that his tweets can alter consumer perceptions as well. The study, published in Political Research Quarterly, suggests that Trump's calls to...
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Men’s risky financial behavior positively predicts success in a stock market simulation
Research in the Journal of Individual Differences found success in stock market trading was linked to being male and scoring high on self-determination. White men with high self-determination exhibited more riskier behavior and more financial success. “The present data indicate...
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