Stephanie Murphy on the Society for People Analytics
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by Ben Butina, PhD
3M ago
In this episode, host Ben Butina speaks with Stephanie Murphy, Ph.D., about her journey into people analytics and the rapid growth of her new organization, the Society for People Analytics. Stephanie shares how a simple meet-up with colleagues evolved into an international movement uniting people analytics professionals across diverse backgrounds, from HR and I-O psychology to finance and data science. With over 5,000 members and a strong focus on community, education, and professional development, the Society aims to support and shape the future of people analytics. Tune in to hear about the ..read more
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Wes Johnson Tells a Tale of Two Water Parks
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by Ben Butina, PhD
5M ago
In this episode of the Department 12 Podcast, host Dr. Ben Butina speaks with Wes Johnson, a graduate student at Montclair State University, about his diverse work experiences at water parks during high school and college. Wes shares the contrasts between his engaging high school job and the less motivating college job, highlighting the significant impact of workplace culture on employee satisfaction and performance. They also discuss how these early job experiences influenced Wes's interest in IO psychology and the valuable lessons that can be applied to improve early career job environments ..read more
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Krystina Moustakis on Communicating with Decision-Makers as a Consultant
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by Ben Butina, PhD
6M ago
In this episode of the Department 12 Podcast, I’m joined by Krystina Moustakis, a learning experience designer and organizational psychologist with a knack for creating impactful training programs that align with business metrics. We dive into the art of consulting, particularly how to effectively communicate with executives and business leaders—a skill that's often emphasized but rarely taught in depth. Krystina brings her expertise to the table in a unique role-play exercise, where she demonstrates how to handle a real-world scenario involving safety shutdowns and the challenges of leadershi ..read more
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Ian Siderits on Mentoring from the Protege's Perspective
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by Ben Butina, PhD
9M ago
In this episode of the Department 12 Podcast, Dr. Ben Butina talks with Ian Siderits, a Ph.D. candidate at North Carolina State University, about mentorship from the perspective of a mentee. Ian discusses his entry into the field of I-O psychology, influenced significantly by his mentors, starting with Dr. Tara Behrend during his undergraduate studies. He reflects on key mentoring principles, such as providing autonomy and the crucial role mentors play in both personal and career development. This episode offers insights into the dynamics of effective mentorship through Ian’s academic and prof ..read more
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Ellie Hoekman on Career Coaching for I-O Psychologists
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by Ben Butina, PhD
11M ago
In this episode of Department 12, I sit down with the Ellie Hoekman, an I-O Psychology enthusiast turned career coach, to explore the paths that lead Ellie from a rejected quantitative psychology applicant to a fervent advocate and professional in the I-O psychology space. Ellie also shares her advice for I-O students, recent graduates, and faculty members. Be sure to visit the episode page for a full transcript ..read more
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Rich Mendelson on Time-Tracking
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by Ben Butina, PhD
1y ago
In this episode, Ben speaks to Richard Mendelson, Ph.D. about a range of topics, including Rich's work as an expert legal witness and consultant in school violence cases. The heart of the episode is a discussion about the relationship between time-tracking and productivity. The conversation also touches on the impacts of remote work and the gig economy. Check out the episode page for a full transcript and more links ..read more
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Shavonne Holman and Macy Cheeks on BIOP!
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by Ben Butina, PhD
1y ago
A few years ago, I talked to Shavonne Holman and Macy Cheeks about an organization they had founded: Blacks in I/O Psychology. Since then, the organization has gone from strength to strength, and, on February 22-23, 2024, BIOP will hold its Inaugural Conference & Gala in Atlanta. Register before the end of the year for an early-bird discount ..read more
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Victoria Mattingly on Moving From Tolerance to Allophilia
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by Ben Butina, PhD
1y ago
Dr. Victoria Mattingly joins Dr. Ben Butina to discuss diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. She shares her expertise from publishing the book Inclusivelytics and running her consulting firm. Dr. Victoria opens up about battling cancer this year and how it differed from facing depression. The conversation covers how to build genuine inclusion for all identities, embracing neurodiversity, using data to drive DEI efforts, and strategies to cultivate more allies. Tune in for an insightful discussion on leading with empathy, intersectionality, and ability-based inclusion. Be sure to vi ..read more
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Carol Kulik on HR for the Non-HR Manager
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by Ben Butina, PhD
1y ago
In this episode of Department 12, Dr. Ben Butina interviews Professor Carol Kulik, co-author of the book Human Resources for the Non-HR Manager. Dr. Kulik discusses the importance of HR for all managers, even those who don't have a formal HR role. She also talks about the importance of making HR research accessible and applicable to everyday practice. Dr. Butina and Dr. Kulik also discuss the challenges of writing a book that is both academically rigorous and engaging to read. Dr. Kulik shares her insights on the importance of finding your voice as a writer and how to write for a specific audi ..read more
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Henri Maindidze on Mentoring as a Grad Student
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by Ben Butina, PhD
1y ago
Dr. Ben Butina interviews Henri Maindidze, a third-year graduate student in I/O psychology at Portland State University. Henry discusses his experiences with mentoring undergraduate students and how he helps them navigate the challenges of graduate school. He shares some of the most common questions he receives from mentees, such as how to manage their time, how to approach class assignments, and how to deal with supervisor dynamics. Henry also talks about the importance of being a critical thinker and how he helps his mentees develop this skill. He concludes by saying that the most rewarding ..read more
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