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May 7, 2025 • 53min
Ep. 255 - Advancing Vital Aspects of Police Work with an I/O Psychology Lens - with Dr. Tim Sharples and Chris Hsiung
In this Episode, Dr. Tim Sharples interviews Chris Hsiung.
Chris Hsiung is a retired police chief from Mountain View, CA, and Undersheriff for the San Mateo (CA) Sheriff’s Office.
He has a distinguished career in law enforcement and is known for his progressive leadership and dedication to community engagement.
During his tenure, Chris championed initiatives prioritizing transparency, procedural justice, and integrating modern technology into public safety operations.
A strong advocate for fostering trust and collaboration, he worked tirelessly to build meaningful relationships with diverse communities.
With a focus on ethical leadership and innovation, Chris is an advisory board member for the University of Virginia’s Center for Public Safety and Justice. In addition, Chris is the current Executive Director and founding member of Simon Sinek’s “The Curve” initiative, which provides support to other police leaders who are embracing modern theories of leadership and transforming their workplace cultures from their current state to one that is organizationally healthy for everyone.
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May 5, 2025 • 1h 1min
Ep. 254 - Building a Future-Ready Workforce
How can organizations equip employees with the skills and mindset needed for an uncertain future?
This episode will discuss strategies in learning, development, and workforce innovation and transformation, drawing on I-O psychology principles to create agile, adaptable workplaces.
In this episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, Rich Cruz, LindaAnn Rogers, Nic Krueger, Alexander Abney-King
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References:
Barresi, E. (2024). Human-centric Agile Leadership: Harnessing Strategies for
Tech-Hybrid Teams. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sC8JNlGMTrY
Bowles, M., Brooks, B., Curnin, S., & Anderson, H. (2023). Application of
micro-credentials to validate human capabilities in a large telecommunications
organization: strategic transformation to a future-ready workforce. Campus-Wide
Information Systems, 40(5), 425–438. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJILT-05-2022-0102
Canton, J. (2016). Future smart: managing the game-changing trends that will
transform your world. Da Capo Press, A Member Of The Perseus Books Group.
Johnson, L. (Lisa A. (2017). Cultivating communication in the classroom: future-ready
skills for secondary students. Corwin.
Lee, H. (2025, March 20). "The artificial intelligence (AI) revolution is different from the
technological revolution of the p.. - MK. 매일경제.
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Li, L. (2024). Reskilling and Upskilling the Future-ready Workforce for Industry 4.0 and
Beyond. Information Systems Frontiers, 26(5), 1697–1712.
https://doi.org/10.1007/s10796-022-10308-y
Turcato, C. R. P. (2024). Adapting to Industry 4.0 in France: Essential Competencies for
a Future-Ready Workforce. Administrative Sciences, 14(12), 1–28.
https://doi.org/10.3390/admsci14120322
WEF - Davos Annual Meeting. (2023). ⭐ Ready for Brain Transparency? #WEF23
#Davos. Www.youtube.com. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hfqD5aW0X5U

Apr 28, 2025 • 1h 1min
Ep. 253 - The Expectation Dilemma: Balancing Organizational and Employee Needs
Workplace expectations are rapidly shifting to employees seeking flexibility, purpose, and well-being, while organizations focus on performance, productivity, and culture.
This episode will examine how companies can navigate these expectations to drive engagement and long-term success in a market that sometimes seeks to quiet the worker voice.
In this episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Krueger, Lee Crowson, Amanda Rea
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References:
Anand, A., Doll, J., & Ray, P. (2024). Drowning in silence: a scale development and
validation of quiet quitting and quiet firing. International Journal of Organizational
Analysis, 32(4), 721–743. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJOA-01-2023-3600
Arruda, William. “How Great Leaders Bring Core Values to Life.” Forbes, 11 Feb. 2025,
www.forbes.com/sites/williamarruda/2025/02/11/how-great-leaders-bring-core-val
ues-to-life/.
Bakker, A. B., & Demerouti, E. (2017). Job demands–resources theory: Taking stock
and looking forward. Journal of Occupational Health Psychology, 22(3), 273–285.
https://doi.org/10.1037/ocp0000056
Corbeanu, A., & Iliescu, D. (2023). The link between work engagement and job
performance: A Meta-Analysis. Journal of Personnel Psychology, 22(3),
111–122. https://doi.org/10.1027/1866-5888/a000316
Deloitte. “Deloitte 2023 Global Human Capital Trends.” Deloitte Insights, 2023,
www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/focus/human-capital-trends/2023/future-of-wor
kforce-management.html.
Kim, W., Kim, J., Woo, H., Park, J., Jo, J., Park, S.-H., & Lim, S. Y. (2017). The
relationship between work engagement and organizational commitment:
proposing research agendas through a review of empirical literature. Human
Resource Development Review, 16(4), 350–376.
https://doi.org/10.1177/1534484317725967
Pflug, D. P. (2025). Human-Centric Leadership in the Digital Age. In Ironwill 360°
Leadership (1st ed., Vol. 1, pp. 113–121). CRC Press.
https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003518099-13
Zenger, Jack, and Joseph Folkman. “Quiet Quitting Is about Bad Bosses, Not Bad
Employees.” Harvard Business Review, 31 Aug. 2022,
hbr.org/2022/08/quiet-quitting-is-about-bad-bosses-not-bad-employees

Apr 21, 2025 • 60min
Ep. 252 - Human-Centric Leadership in the Age of AI
This episode explores the role of I-O psychology in ethical leadership, decision-making, and creating a people-first approach to technology integration and why it’s critical based on current trends and the need to better understand how technology can improve our jobs.
In this episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, Dr. Paul Spector, LindaAnn Rogers, Nic Krueger, Lee Crowson.
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References:
Abbu, H., Khan, S., Mugge, P., & Gudergan, G. (2025). Building Digital-Ready Leaders:
Development and Validation of the Human-Centric Digital Leadership Scale. Digital, 5(1), 7.
https://doi.org/10.3390/digital5010007
Barresi, E. (2024). Human-Centric Leadership And AI: A Balanced Approach To Enhancing
Employee Experience. In Human Experience Excellence at Work. HR.COM.
Brake, T. (2006). Leading global virtual teams. Industrial and Commercial Training, 38(3),
116–121. https://doi.org/10.1108/00197850610659364
Neumann, O., Kirklies, P.-C., & Hadorn, S. (2024). Does agile improve value creation in
government? Information Policy, 29(2), 235–252. https://doi.org/10.3233/IP-230060
Pflug, D. P. (2025). Human-Centric Leadership in the Digital Age. In Ironwill 360° Leadership
(1st ed., Vol. 1, pp. 113–121). CRC Press. https://doi.org/10.1201/9781003518099-13
https://www.artisan.co/blog/stop-hiring-humans

Apr 14, 2025 • 1h
Ep. 251 - WorkCookie at SIOP in Denver: I-O Psychology in Action
Catch the latest insights and trends as we take A deep dive into key takeaways from the SIOP conference, highlighting emerging trends in I-O psychology.
We also discussed SEBOC’s presence at the event and the broader impact of I-O psychology on workplace innovation.
In this episode: Dr. Emi Barresi, Tom Bradshaw, LindaAnn Rogers, Nic Krueger, Dr. Matthew Lampe, Lee Crowson, Alexander Abney-King, Pamela Maurer
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Apr 7, 2025 • 1h 5min
Ep. 250 - Delegating for Growth and Success
In this Episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Emi Barresi, Rich Cruz, LindaAnn Rogers, Dr. Arieana Thompson, Dr. Amanda Shelton
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References:
Mathebula, B., & Barnard, B. (2020). The factors of delegation success: accountability, compliance and work quality. Expert Journal of Business and Management, 8(1).
Ugoani, J. (2020). Effective Delegation and its impact on employee Performance. International Journal of Economics and Business Administration, 6(3), 78-87.

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Mar 31, 2025 • 60min
Ep. 249 - Calm Amongst Chaos
Dr. Emi Barresi, an expert in industrial-organizational psychology, and Lee Crowson, an IO psychologist, dive into the chaos of workplace dynamics. They discuss the power of emotional intelligence in maintaining calm while navigating complex environments. Personal anecdotes illustrate the significance of meaningful interactions and the role of psychology in enhancing employee engagement. The duo also explores career advancement opportunities within the field and the intersection of psychology and marketing, emphasizing the importance of understanding human behavior in professional settings.

Mar 24, 2025 • 60min
Ep. 248 - Toxic Workplaces, People, and Environments
In this Episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Dr. Heather Morton, Brendan Grech, Lee Crowson, Nic Krueger, LindaAnn Rogers, and Pamela Maurer.
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Reference:
Koropets, O. (2019). Toxic workplace: Problem description and search for management solutions. Academic Conferences and Publishing International Limited.
Tavanti, M. (2011). Managing toxic leaders: Dysfunctional patterns in organizational leadership and how to deal with them. Human Resource Management (HRM), 6.
Yankowicz, S. (2024, April). Combating 4 harmful workplace mindsets: Tips on battling the common downfalls of veterinary teams and how to fix a toxic clinic culture. DVM 360, 55(4), 36. https://link-gale-com.ezproxymso.helmlib.org/apps/doc/A794672616/AONE?u=mlin_s_masscomm&sid=ebsco&xid=1d90e9e6

Mar 17, 2025 • 60min
Ep. 247 - Modifying Behaviors within an Organization
In this Episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Dr. Deborah Peck, Lee Crowson, Dr. Emi Barresi, Nic Krueger, LindaAnn Rogers, Alexander Abney-King
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References:
Hamner, C., Luthans, F., & Krietner, R. (2015). Operant behavior and organizational behavior modification. In Organizational Behavior (pp. 114-133). Routledge.
Stajkovic, A. D., & Luthans, F. (1997). A meta-analysis of the effects of organizational behavior modification on task performance, 1975–95. Academy of Management Journal, 40(5), 1122-1149.

Mar 10, 2025 • 1h 6min
Ep. 246 - Workplace Arrogance
In This Episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Lee Crowson, Dr. Emi Barresi, Nic Krueger, LindaAnn Rogers, Dr. Pamela Maurer
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References:
Johnson, R. E., Silverman, S. B., Shyamsunder, A., Swee, H. Y., Rodopman, O. B., Cho, E., & Bauer, J. (2010). Acting superior but actually inferior?: Correlates and consequences of workplace arrogance. Human Performance, 23(5), 403-427.
Silverman, S. B., Johnson, R. E., McConnell, N., & Carr, A. (2012). Arrogance: A formula for leadership failure. The Industrial-Organizational Psychologist, 50(1), 21-28.
The 30 Most Influential Industrial and Organizational Psychologists Alive Today. Retrieved from https://www.humanresourcesmba.net/30-most-influential-industrial-and-organizational-psychologists-alive-today/