In episode 112 we sit down with renowned management scholar Dr. Yehuda Baruch to unpack one of today’s biggest questions: Are careers truly more dynamic now than in the past? Drawing on a decade of population‑level labor market data from Bulgaria, Dr. Baruch reveals surprising insights about job mobility, career transitions, wage growth, multinational vs. local employers, and the evolving nature of “career stability.”

If you want actionable insights on navigating modern careers this conversation offers a rare data‑driven look at the future of work.

You can find Dr. Baruch here (https://www.southampton.ac.uk/people/5xb698/professor-yehuda-baruch)

You can find his most recent book, “Managing Career & Employability” here (

https://bookshop.org/p/books/managing-careers-and-employability-yehuda-baruch/7cf2e77b4039d944?ean=9781529751840&next=t)

You can find the paper we discuss here: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jvb.2025.104180

In Episode 111, we kick off 2026 with a powerful conversation featuring Drs. Julian Barling and Simon Rego, co-authors of The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Workbook for Leaders. Together, they explore how evidence-based psychological strategies can help leaders manage stress, burnout, anxiety, and other mental health challenges that undermine leadership effectiveness.

Key insights include:

* Why mental health isn’t just personal—it’s professional, and how leaders’ emotional states shape organizational culture.

* Practical, science-backed tools from therapy to improve resilience and decision-making.

* How leaders can use this workbook to build skills privately, cost-effectively, and sustainably.

* Why focusing on leaders’ well-being is critical for team performance and psychological safety.

* The surprising gap in research on leaders’ mental health—and what needs to change.

You can find Dr. Barling at https://julianbarling.com/

You can find Dr. Rego at https://www.simonrego.com/

You can purchase their book from the publisher here:

https://www.newharbinger.com/9781648484773/the-cognitive-behavioral-therapy-workbook-for-leaders/?srsltid=AfmBOorV2FnZrax04gQ-Q-3ToPAaNfiQycuNWq890eHfcb5CrdTq5bNe

In Episode 110, we are joined by Dr. Gena Cox, IO psychologist, executive coach, and author of Leading Inclusion. We explore what it really takes to create workplaces where everyone thrives. Gina introduces her R-E-D-I framework (Respect, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) and explains why respect must come first to build trust and meaningful inclusion.

You can find Dr. Cox on her website (https://genacox.com/) or LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/genacox/).

You can buy Leading Inclusion here (https://genacox.com/product/leading-inclusion-book/).

You can download 25 Ways and sign up for Dr. Cox’s email newsletter here (https://genacox.com/respectebo25ways/).

In episode 109, we sit down with Drs. Ian Katz and Shelly Rauvola, co-editors of a groundbreaking special issue in Industrial and Organizational Psychology. Together, we explore how current public policy changes in the United States are reshaping the world of work, from employee well-being and marginalized worker experiences to the future of I-O psychology education and research.

Key takeaways include:

* How policy changes impact HR practices, training, and organizational functioning

* The chilling effect of political climates on academic freedom and research

* Why behavioral scientists must engage in policy conversations

* How I-O psychology can respond using existing theories and evidence-based practices

* A call to action for researchers and practitioners to advocate for worker dignity and evidence-based decision-making

This episode is essential listening for anyone invested in the future of work, science advocacy, and the role of IO psychology in shaping policy.

Find the special issue here: https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/industrial-and-organizational-psychology/issue/380836BA2B93123CE626AACDCB5DF7DA

Find Ian Katz here: https://csh.depaul.edu/faculty-staff/faculty-a-z/Pages/psychology/ian-katz.aspx

Find Shelly Rauvola here: https://csh.depaul.edu/faculty-staff/faculty-a-z/Pages/psychology/shelly-rauvola.aspx

In episode 108, we chat with Justin Weinhardt to explore his recent research on ADHD in the workplace. Drawing from a multi-day study of employees with ADHD, they unpack how daily symptom fluctuations impact engagement—and how job crafting can serve as a powerful, science-backed strategy for managing attention and motivation at work.

Key insights include:

* Why ADHD symptoms vary day-to-day and how that affects work performance

* The surprising effectiveness of adding fun and variety to tasks

* Why reducing workload isn’t always the best solution

* How organizations can foster environments that support mental health disclosure

* What all employees can learn from ADHD coping strategies

Whether you’re a manager, researcher, or someone navigating ADHD at work, this episode offers practical tools and a fresh perspective on neurodiversity and workplace well-being.

Check out the original paper here: https://link-springer-com.ezproxy2.library.colostate.edu/article/10.1007/s10869-025-10065-0

You can find Dr. Weinhardt here: https://profiles.ucalgary.ca/justin-weinhardt

In episode 107 we unpack the global and domestic landscape of workplace safety regulation. Drawing from a recent paper by Maureen Dollard and Rachael Potter, we explore how psychosocial risks (e.g., job stress, job insecurity, and AI disruption) are increasingly recognized as legitimate safety concerns. The conversation dives into:

* How Australia enforces psychosocial safety standards

* Why OSHA’s limited scope and resources hinder worker protection in the U.S.

* The role of unions and the NLRB in safeguarding employee well-being

* How collective action and expanded definitions of safety can reshape the future of work

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in occupational health psychology, labor policy, and the evolving definition of workplace safety.

Read the paper here (https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s41542-025-00236-z)

Find OSHA’s proposed regulation rollbacks, and leave public comments on them, here (https://www.osha.gov/deregulatory-rulemaking). Reminder, public comments are due November 1, 2025.

In episode 106, we speak with Dr. Hana Johnson, Associate Professor at Washington State University, about her recent research on how disaster from pandemics to wildfires impact employees differently based on social class and identity. Learn how class salience intensifies feelings of devaluation, anxiety, and social withdrawal at work, and why organizations must rethink disaster response policies to support vulnerable workers. This episode explores the psychological toll of inequality, the role of identity in resilience, and what leaders can do to build more inclusive, disaster-ready workplaces.

Find Dr. Johnson here: https://business.wsu.edu/directory/hana.johnson/

Find the paper here: https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10869-025-10064-1

In this episode 105 we chat with Drs. Katina Sawyer and Patricia Grabarek, co-authors of Leading for Wellness, to unpack what it means to be a “generator” versus an “extinguisher” in leadership. We explore how person-centered planning, authentic leadership, and microcultures can foster thriving teams—even in toxic organizations. Learn how real-world interviews shaped their framework, and get actionable insights on how to “fire your work self,” respect boundaries, and lead with empathy. Whether you're a frontline manager or a C-suite exec, this episode offers a roadmap to healthier, more human workplaces.

You can find Workr Beeing here: https://workrbeeing.com/about/, or on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/workrbeeing/