What is I-O?

Industrial-organizational (I-O) psychology is the scientific study of the workplace. Rigor and methods of psychology are applied to issues of critical relevance to business, including talent management, coaching, assessment, selection, training, organizational development, performance, and work-life balance.

The Psychology of Coaching

Presenters: Douglas McKenna and Sandra Davis

Every executive coach brings working theories about people, organizations, and change to the coaching engagement. These theoretical orientations, based on training and personal experience, influence how key coaching issues are addressed. This session will challenge participants to consider how theoretical assumptions shape the coaching process and affect its impact.