Designed to celebrate and promote the science and practice of I-O psychology, Smarter Workplace Awareness Month (SWAM) is an opportunity for SIOP members to help share the many ways I-O psychology makes the workplace smarter—more effective, efficient, productive, and generally a better place for employees and employers to work.

It is also an opportunity for business leaders to learn how I-O psychology and SIOP members can enhance human well-being and performance in organizational and work settings.

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Help us celebrate and promote the science and practice of I-O psychology.

Smarter Workplace Awareness Month Social Media Graphics

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Its Smarter Workplace Awareness Month

It’s Smarter Workplace Awareness Month

Celebrate I-O Psychology

Celebrate I-O Psychology!

How I-O Psychology Can Help the Rapidly Changing World of HR

How I-O Psychology Can Help the Rapidly Changing World of HR

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I-O Psychology Testimonials

"Smarter Workplace Awareness Month is an opportunity for SIOP members to help share the many ways I-O psychology makes the workplace smarter—more effective, efficient, and productive."

Dr. Tonya Echols, PsyD, PCC
Managing Principal, Vigere
SIOP Associate Member

"I think of I-O psychology as a form of preventive medicine. When people ask what I do, I tell them I help people wake up in the morning without that pit-in-the-stomach feeling. No, I’m not that kind of doctor. But the work we do in I-O psychology helps people navigate their work lives with greater ease and resilience. We help individuals find roles that truly match their skills and talents, making their jobs more rewarding and less stressful. We help them become better at what they do, so they can tackle challenges with more confidence and less friction. Ultimately, when people can move through their workdays with greater ease, they’re less stressed and therefore healthier. That’s why I believe I-O Psychology is a form of preventive medicine."

Irina Cozma, Ph.D.
Executive Coach
SIOP Member

By using a scientific, data-driven approach to help improve employee well-being and job performance, the field of industrial and organizational (I-O) psychology is more relevant today than ever. As an I-O psychology researcher, I'm proud to be part of a profession that has such profound effects on organizations and the people they employ.

Nathan A. Bowling, Ph.D.
University of Central Florida
Professor; Associate Director, I-O Psychology Ph.D. Program
Incoming Editor, International Journal of Stress Management
SIOP Fellow

I have been a lifelong member of SIOP. SIOP has provided me a sense of community and a great way to interact with friends I see only at SIOP. SIOP has given me many opportunities for continuing education and that has caused me to rethink and revise some of my approaches to consulting. Finally, SIOP gives me a strong sense of identity.

Peter Scontrino, Ph.D.
Founder & Senior Consultant
SIOP Retired Fellow