Improve team effectiveness by understanding domino derailers—how someone’s stress response can trigger a negative cascade that impacts the entire...
The Hidden Cost of a Toxic Workplace Environment
Toxic employees could cost US companies $292 billion in 2025. Learn more about what effects a toxic workplace environment can have on organizations.
How to Avoid Scams: The Psychology of Scamming
Do our personality characteristics make us more vulnerable to scammers? They can. Find out how in our article on how to avoid scams.
Who Prefers to Work from Home?
Learn about the personality characteristics of people who prefer to work from home and other factors that influence remote work preferences.
The 2024 Derailers of the Year
According to annual tradition, The Science of Personality podcast cohosts review the 2024 derailers of the year. What made the list? Find out.
Unraveling the Psychological Drivers of the Salem Witch Trials
What does psychology reveal about the Salem witch trials? Learn how mass hysteria and social dynamics drove colonial America’s infamous witch hunt.
The Psychology of Nightmares
The psychology of nightmares reveals what causes bad dreams. Explore how nightmares relate to personality.
The Hidden Drawbacks of a Nice Corporate Culture
A nice corporate culture comes with some hidden drawbacks. Discover why organizations with a nice culture struggle with productivity and...
Learning from Failure
Learning from failure can have a positive effect on our career development. Learn why we should embrace failure, not avoid it.
Why Equity Matters to Diversity and Inclusion Efforts
Despite the recent SHRM announcement, equity remains central to successful diversity and inclusion efforts. Here's how you can prioritize it.
Career Success and Inequality
Career success is full of inequality. What factors influence career success, and how can we help to minimize these inequalities? Find out here.
How to Take a Personality Test
You can’t pass or fail on a personality test, but you can make mistakes. Read this article to learn tips for how to take a personality assessment.