WorkCookie - Get Ahead with Industrial/Organizational Psychology in the Workplace Ep. 274 - Open Discussion: Getting Connected Within SEBOC
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Sep 15, 2025 Dr. Emi Barresi, a practitioner-focused IO psychologist, and Stacy Lee, an expert in workplace communication, join a panel discussion to explore effective strategies for enhancing connection within SEBOC. They talk about translating research into relatable business language and bridging academia with practical needs. The conversation highlights the importance of psychological contracts in reducing conflict and emphasizes the need for relationship-first networking to foster meaningful consulting engagements. They also share actionable insights on empowering employees and navigating workplace politics.
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Magazine Team Project Example
- Jeremy described a magazine project where a multi-expert team advised small businesses with follow-ups and published results.
- He proposed SEBOC replicate that model to showcase IO impact to real businesses.
Use Short Social Clips To Humanize IO
- Use short, engaging social clips and programs to showcase applied IO outcomes to broader audiences.
- Experiment with formats like TikTok 'psych-bites' and cooking-style videos to humanize research.
Create Focused Series Not One-Offs
- Narrow topics into focused multi-episode series to go deeper and show concrete successes and failures.
- Use series to surface gaps where IO can offer practical solutions and services.
