The Wiley Blackwell Handbook of the Psychology of Positivity and Strengths-Based Approaches at Work - (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b>A state-of-the-art psychological perspective on positivity </b><b>and strengths-based approaches at work</b></p> <p>This handbook makes a unique contribution to organizational psychology and HRM by providing comprehensive international coverage of the contemporary field of positivity and strengths-based approaches at work. It provides critical reviews of key topics such as resilience, wellbeing, hope, motivation, flow, authenticity, positive leadership and engagement, drawing on the work of leading thinkers including Kim Cameron, Shane Lopez, Peter Clough and Robert Biswas-Diener.</p><p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br><p>"One of the most exciting applications of positive psychology is making work healthier and happier. Edited by leaders in the field, this is a comprehensive collection of cutting edge chapters by the top scholars in positive organizational psychology."</br> <b>Stephen Joseph</b> Professor, School of Education, University of Nottingham <p>"This handbook offers a valuable overview of some of the most popular issues related to understanding and building positive workplaces. It will be beneficial to academics and practitioners alike."</br> <b>Jamie Gruman</b> Associate Professor of Organizational Behaviour, University of Guelph <p>This authoritative <i>Wiley Blackwell Handbook in Organizational Psychology</i> focuses on positivity and strengths-based approaches at work. The editors have drawn on their collective experience in collating thematically structured material from leading thinkers and practitioners based in the US, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. <p>Coinciding with the growing international interest in the applications of psychology to organizations, the work offers a unique depth of analysis from an explicitly psychological perspective. Each chapter includes a detailed literature review that offers academics, researchers, scientist-practitioners, and students an invaluable frame of reference. Coverage is built around competencies set forth by regulatory agencies including the APA and BPS, and includes resilience, employee engagement, job crafting, authenticity, positive leadership development, and positive work relationships.<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>Lindsay G. Oades</b> is Associate Professor and Deputy Director (Learning and Teaching) at the Centre for Positive Psychology, University of Melbourne, Australia, where he is also program coordinator of the Masters in Applied Positive Psychology (MAPP). He speaks at conferences around the world, and has published more than 100 peer-reviewed articles and scholarly book chapters. He is co-editor of the <i>International Journal of Wellbeing.</i> <p><b>Michael F. Steger</b> is Associate Professor of Counseling Psychology and Applied Social Psychology at Colorado State University, USA. He is also Director for the Laboratory for the Study of Meaning and Quality of Life. His research interests concern better understanding the factors that promote human flourishing and ameliorate psychological suffering. He is the author of two books and Editor-in-Chief of the journal <i>Psychology of Well-Being.</i> <p><b>Antonella Delle Fave</b> is Professor of Psychology at the Medical School, Università degli Studi di Milano, Italy. She has contributed to the development of the field of positive psychology as founding member and President of the International Positive Psychology Association (IPPA), the European Network of Positive Psychology (ENPP), and the Società Italiana di Psicologia Positiva (SIPP). She is Editor-in-Chief of the<i> Journal of Happiness Studies</i>. <p><b>Jonathan Passmore</b> is Professor of Psychology at the University of Évora, Portugal, Managing Director of Embrion, a psychology consulting company, and one of the UK's foremost leadership coaches with a wealth of private sector and academic experience. His prolific research, writing, consultancy, and speaking have made him a recognized authority on coaching and organizational change. His many books include<i> Excellence in Coaching (2006).</i>
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