Positive Organizational Psychology Interventions Design and Evaluation

by Donaldson, Stewart I.; Chen, Christopher

• ISBN13: 9781118977378
• ISBN10: 1118977378
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2021-03-22
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell

Summary

POSITIVE ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY INTERVENTIONS

DISCOVER THE LATEST ADVANCEMENTS IN THE FIELD OF POSITIVE ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY

Positive Organizational Psychology Interventions: Design and Evaluation delivers a concise description and synthesis of positive organizational psychology theory, empirical research, and evidence-based applications. Based on a thorough review of the peer-reviewed literature by the accomplished and distinguished editors, the book offers readers an encapsulation of the growth of the field and the latest state-of-the-art theory and research-driven interventions in this emerging area.

You’ll discover the breadth and depth of the field of positive organizational psychology grounded in empirical research and evidence-based practice, thereby avoiding some of the frivolousness and optimism sometimes associated with the field. The book provides an honest and balanced view of positive organizational psychology by acknowledging the limitations of the research, relevant critiques, and the extent to which findings can be applied.

Finally, the volume will serve as a useful tool to inspire ideas for further evidence-based research and intervention design, and for facilitating class exercises, discussions, projects, and more. Readers will also benefit from the inclusion of:

A thorough introduction to positive organizational psychology and research methods commonly used in positive organizational psychology

An exploration of positive psychological states, traits, and processes in the workplace, as well as strength and virtues at work

Practical discussions of flow and work engagement, job crafting, strengths-focused performance reviews, positive organizational capacity building, positive cultural humility, a positive approach to sexual harassment prevention, and positive leadership development

An analysis of positive organizational development and positive human resource practices, as well as workplace well-being, thriving, and flourishing

Perfect for undergraduate and graduate students in psychology programs, Positive Organizational Psychology Interventions will also earn a place in the libraries of practitioners of positive psychology who seek a one-stop reference for the latest developments in positive organizational psychology scholarship.

Author Biography

STEWART DONALDSON is Distinguished University Professor and Executive Director of the Claremont Evaluation Center at Claremont Graduate University.

CHRISTOPHER CHEN, M.S., is a Ph.D. student in the Organizational Behavior and Psychology program at Claremont Graduate University where he received a General Bronson Fellowship and Oskamp Student Fellowship Award. He received his M.S. in Applied Psychology with a concentration in Organizational Psychology from the University of Southern California, where he was elected as a member of The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi. Christopher received his B.A. in Psychology from the University of California, Riverside, and was elected for membership in the Omicron Delta Kappa Society for his academic and campus community achievements. Before becoming a student at Claremont Graduate University, Christopher worked at various organizations, such as 

 the Los Angeles Unified School District and Boston Consulting Group. Christopher has presented his research at conferences hosted by the Academy of Management, Western Psychological Association, and Western Positive Psychological Association. His general research revolve around the changing nature of the workplace due to

 technology, career and job crafting, the protean career, as well as organizational commitment. Christopher is a Global Talent and Innovation Consultant at Accenture and Associate Director of the Claremont Accenture Talent Lab.

 

 

 

Table of Contents

Table of Contents 

About the Editors - ix 

About the Contributors - xi 

Preface - xv 

Chapter One- Designing Positive Organizational Psychology Interventions - 1 
Stewart I. Donaldson, Christopher Chen, & Scott. I Donaldson 

Chapter Two- Flow: Sustaining Focus at Work in the Age of Distraction - 39 
Matthew Dubin 

Chapter Three- Crafting Your Best Self: Integrating Job Crafting and Positive Psychology Interventions - 55
Christopher Chen 

Chapter Four- Positive Performance Reviews Using Strengths-Based Goal Setting - 65 
Hannah Foster Grammer & Adrian Bernhardt 

Chapter Five- Positive Capacity Building for Social Impact Organizations - 107 
Victoria Cabrera 


Chapter Six- Positive Cultural Humility in Organizations: Improving Relationships in the Workplace - 125 
Lawrence Chan & Adrian Reece

Chapter Seven- Bystander Intervention: A Positive Approach to Sexual Harrassment Prevention - 141 
Eli Kolokowsky & Sharon Hong 

Chapter Eight- Promoting Optimal Well- Being Among Law Enforcement Employees - 159 
Emily Zavala & Lawrence Chan 

Chapter Nine- Implementing A Positive Leader Development Program - 169 
Jennifer M. Nelson 

Chapter Ten- Evaluating Positive Organizational Psychology Interventions - 187 
Stewart I. Donaldson, Scott I. Donaldson & Christopher Chen