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Oct 20, 2024 • 59min
Ep. 225 - Recruitment Revolution: Leveraging I/O Psychology to Attract and Retain Top Talent in Policing
Discover how I/O psychology can enhance recruitment strategies to attract the best candidates while retaining the skilled ones, all while keeping both engaged. Explore a holistic view of how I/O psychology can effectively support each stage of the recruitment, hiring, and retention process.
In this Episode: Dr. Tim Sharples, Tom Bradshaw, Lee Crowson, Emi Baressi, Dr. Liz Koman, Dr. Heather McElroy, and Dr. Michael Bricker
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Oct 20, 2024 • 46min
Ep. 224 - Voices of Experience: Insights from Veteran Officers on Enhancing Modern Policing
During this open-mic recording with special guests, we gained insights from seasoned police professionals on their personal experiences and perspectives about police work. As the U.S. Department of Justice is seeking to evolve and innovate policing, I-O Psychology has officially signed on to facilitate and implement these historic modern advancements.
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Oct 20, 2024 • 1h 9min
Ep. 223 - Organizational Culture Challenges in Modern Policing: I/O Psychology Solutions
The workplace of policing is hiding in plain sight, sharing the same space wherever you work, call home, and literally everywhere in between. In a historic initiative, the U.S. Department of Justice is asking for research-based insights from I-O Psychology in forging meaningful police reform. Be part of that conversation!
Address common cultural challenges in police forces and how I/O psychology can offer solutions.
Explore how I/O psychology can foster a positive and resilient culture within police departments.
Learn about successful cultural shifts and how I/O psychology principles can drive them.
In this Episode: Dr. Tim Sharples, Tom Bradshaw, Nic Krueger, Dr. Matthew Lampe, Lee Crowson, Rich Cruz, Dr. Martha Grajdek, Emi Baressi, Imani Nakyanza
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References:
Hamedani, M. G., Markus, H. R., Hetey, R. C., & Eberhardt, J. L. (2024). We built this
culture (so we can change it): Seven principles for intentional culture change. The
American Psychologist, 79(3), 384-402. https://doi.org/10.1037/amp0001209
Huey, L. (2021). Implementing evidence-based research: A how-to guide for police
organizations. Policy Press. https://doi.org/10.46692/9781447353621
Thomas, A. M., & Cangemi, J., EdD. (2021). Authoritarian, Transactional, and
Transformational Leadership Styles in Law Enforcement. Organization Development
Journal, 39(1), 33-44.
https://library.capella.edu/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/scholarly-journals/authoritarian-transactional-transformational/docview/2536823134/se-2
The Society of Industrial and Organizational Psychology (2020). The impact of
organizational psychology on policing reform. SIOP.
https://www.siop.org/Portals/84/docs/Advocacy/SIOP%20Policing%20-%202020%20Advocacy%20Statement-9-14-20.pdf?ver=2020-09-14-114624-273

Oct 20, 2024 • 59min
Ep. 222 - Transformative Leadership in Policing IO Psychology Insights and Strategies
The workplace of policing is hiding in plain sight, sharing the same space wherever you work, call home, and literally everywhere in between. In a historic initiative, the U.S. Department of Justice is asking for research-based insights from I-O Psychology in forging meaningful police reform. Be part of that conversation!
Learn how I/O psychology can help develop effective leaders in police forces through discussions about transformative leadership techniques and their applications in law enforcement.
Address some of the common leadership challenges faced by police leaders.
In this Episode: Dr. Tim Sharples, Tom Bradshaw, Lee Crowson, Natasha Desjardins, Rich Cruz, LindaAnn Rogers, Dr. Martha Grajdek, Emi Baressi, Dr. Xaulanda Simmons, Rick Jacobs, Lisa Broderick, and David Schiff.
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References:
Hamedani, M. G., Markus, H. R., Hetey, R. C., & Eberhardt, J. L. (2024). We built this
culture (so we can change it): Seven principles for intentional culture change. The
American Psychologist, 79(3), 384-402. https://doi.org/10.1037/amp0001209
Huey, L. (2021). Implementing evidence-based research: A how-to guide for police
organizations. Policy Press. https://doi.org/10.46692/9781447353621
Thomas, A. M., & Cangemi, J., EdD. (2021). Authoritarian, Transactional, and
Transformational Leadership Styles in Law Enforcement. Organization Development
Journal, 39(1), 33-44.
https://library.capella.edu/login?url=https://www.proquest.com/scholarly-journals/authoritarian-transactional-transformational/docview/2536823134/se-2
The Society of Industrial and Organizational Psychology (2020). The impact of
organizational psychology on policing reform. SIOP.
https://www.siop.org/Portals/84/docs/Advocacy/SIOP%20Policing%20-%202020%20Advocacy%20Statement-9-14-20.pdf?ver=2020-09-14-114624-273

Oct 20, 2024 • 1h
Ep. 221 - Inspiring Hope: Cultivating Optimism and Vision in Times of Turmoil
In this Episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Lee Crowson, Natasha Desjardins, Nic Krueger, LindaAnn Rogers, Emi Baressi, Ian Siderits, Alanna Thomas, and Tim Sharples.
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References:
Armstrong, A. J., Holmes, C. M., & Henning, D. (2020). A changing world, again. How Appreciative Inquiry can guide our growth. Social Sciences & Humanities Open, 2(1), 100038.
Collinson, D. (2012). Prozac leadership and the limits of positive thinking. Leadership, 8(2), 87-107.
Forgeard, M. J., & Seligman, M. E. (2012). Seeing the glass half full: A review of the causes and consequences of optimism. Pratiques psychologiques, 18(2), 107-120.
Orth, S. J. (2023). An Exploration of the Meaning of the Phenomenon of Hope, in the Context of Hopelessness, for Rural Frontline Registered Nurses in South Dakota, North Dakota, and Minnesota During the COVID-19 Pandemic (Doctoral dissertation, The University of North Dakota).
Schwartz, P. (1997). Art of the long view: planning for the future in an uncertain world. John Wiley & Sons.
Seligman, M. E. (2011). Flourish: A visionary new understanding of happiness and well-being. Simon and Schuster.

Oct 20, 2024 • 57min
Ep. 220 - Building Resilient Teams: Strategies for Thriving in Uncertain Times
In this Episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Lee Crowson, Dr. Martha Grajdek, Natasha Desjardins, Nic Krueger, Peter Plumeau.
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References:
Alliger, G. M., Cerasoli, C. P., Tannenbaum, S. I., & Vessey, W. B. (2015). Team resilience: How teams flourish under pressure. Organizational Dynamics, 44(3), 176-184.
Ryff, C. D., & Singer, B. (2003). Flourishing under fire: Resilience as a prototype of challenged thriving.
Lengnick-Hall, C. A., & Beck, T. E. (2016). Resilience capacity and strategic agility: Prerequisites for thriving in a dynamic environment. In Resilience Engineering Perspectives, Volume 2 (pp. 61-92). CRC Press.
Sarkar, M., & Fletcher, D. (2014). Ordinary magic, extraordinary performance: Psychological resilience and thriving in high achievers. Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology, 3(1), 46.
Seville, E., Van Opstal, D., & Vargo, J. (2015). A primer in resiliency: Seven principles for managing the unexpected. Global Business and Organizational Excellence, 34(3), 6-18.
Stoverink, A. C., Kirkman, B. L., Mistry, S., & Rosen, B. (2020). Bouncing back together: Toward a theoretical model of work team resilience. Academy of Management Review, 45(2), 395-422.

Oct 20, 2024 • 1h 6min
Ep. 219 - Communication in Crisis: Guiding Your Team Through Uncertainty
In this Episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw, Matthew Lampe, Nic Krueger, Lee Crowson, Rich Cruz, Dr. Martha Grajdek, Cynthia Mehrkam
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References
Ansell, C., & Boin, A. (2019). Taming deep uncertainty: The potential of pragmatist principles for understanding and improving strategic crisis management. Administration & Society, 51(7), 1079-1112.
Barton, M. A., Sutcliffe, K. M., Vogus, T. J., & DeWitt, T. (2015). Performing under uncertainty: Contextualized engagement in wildland firefighting. Journal of Contingencies and Crisis Management, 23(2), 74-83.
Hoel, M. R. (2021). Risk and uncertainty in team decision-making-Case study in an Arctic context (Master's thesis, UiT Norges arktiske universitet).
Ramnund, V. (2020). Strategic decision-making in the context of crisis and uncertainty. University of Pretoria (South Africa).

Oct 20, 2024 • 1h 7min
Ep. 218 - Adaptive Leadership: Pivoting Strategies for Success in Turbulent Environments
In this Episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, Emi Barresi, Matthew Lampe, Lee Crowson, Dr Martha Grajdek, Natasha Desjardins, Rich Cruz
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References
Hedlöf, C., & Janson, U. (2000). How to cope with a turbulent environment.
Hocking, C. (2020). Adaptive Sustainability for Business in Times of Uncertainty and Hyper Disruption. Journal of Applied Business and Economics, 22(12), 12.
Reznikov, R. NAVIGATING CORPORATE TURBULENCE: STRATEGIES FOR MANAGING COMPANIES DURING CRISIS.
Williams, A. (2024). Leadership in Extreme Contexts: An Emerging Typology (Doctoral dissertation, University of Denver).

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Oct 20, 2024 • 1h 3min
Ep. 217 - Innovative Problem-Solving: Finding Opportunities Amidst Disruption
In this Episode: Dr. Jeremy Lucabaugh, Tom Bradshaw, LindaAnn Rogers, Emi Barresi, Matthew Lampe, Nic Krueger, Lee Crowson, Dr Martha Grajdek, Peter Plumeau
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References
Brusoni, S., & Pavitt, K. (2003). Problem solving and the co-ordination of innovative activities. Clayton Christensen, Disruptive Innovation. http://www. claytonchristensen. com/key% 20concepts.
Vriens, D., & Søilen, K. S. (2014). Disruptive Intelligence to gather Information to deal with disruptive innovations. Journal of Intelligence Studies in Business, 4(3).
Young, S. (2018). From disruption to innovation: thoughts on the future of MOOCs. Вопросы образования, (4 (eng)), 21-43.

Oct 20, 2024 • 1h 3min
Ep. 216 - Future Horizons: Anticipating AI's Continued Impact on Work and Society
In this Episode: LindaAnn Rogers, Tom Bradshaw, Emi Barresi, Matthew Lampe, Nic Krueger, Ian Sideris
Lee Crowson, Grace Winder, Dr Martha Grajdek, Peter Plumeau, Kim Derryberry
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References
Hagerty, A., & Rubinov, I. (2019). Global AI ethics: a review of the social impacts and ethical implications of artificial intelligence. arXiv preprint arXiv:1907.07892.
Morandini, S., Fraboni, F., De Angelis, M., Puzzo, G., Giusino, D., & Pietrantoni, L. (2023). The impact of artificial intelligence on workers’ skills: Upskilling and reskilling in organisations. Informing Science, 26, 39-68.