The Nature of Work
by J. Kevin Ford (Editor), John R. Hollenbeck (Editor), Ann Marie Ryan (Editor)
ISBN-10: 1433815370
ISBN-13: 9781433815379
$76.99
Book Specs
Binding
Trade Cloth
Publisher
American Psychological Association
Published on
Sep 15, 2013
Edition
1st Edition
Dimensions
7.34x0.93x10.30 Inches
Weight
1.80 Pounds
About the Book
The field of work psychology investigates the origins of human work behaviour -- and its ramifications for the individual worker, the employing organisation, and those with whom the individual interacts -- both on and off the job. This volume presents new concepts in the field, framing issues and topics in creative ways that encourage the reader to rethink how we study and think about people at work.
- Part 1 focuses on understanding the meanings we attach to work, a topic that has been neglected by researchers. The chapters in this part reconceptualise the normal entry points for studying work and working and identify new areas to explore.
- Part 2 highlights advances in theory that help us better understand and integrate important workplace concepts; two chapters explore less traditional topics -- the psychology of greed, and identity issues that are relevant to retirement.
- Part 3 highlights some key advances in measurement that permit researchers to examine more sophisticated and complex relationships.
- Part 4 provides insight into bridging the gap between practice and research and making research on the psychology of work relevant and applicable.