Modern World of Work (1990s and Beyond) PDF

Modern Times: 1994 and Beyond  Since the 2020s, advanced technologies like 4IR (Fourth Industrial Revolution Technolog For example? Job roles have also become more y's Impact flexible Example: Think about how...

Modern Times: 1994 and Beyond  Since the 2020s, advanced technologies like 4IR (Fourth Industrial Revolution Technolog For example? Job roles have also become more y's Impact flexible Example: Think about how, during on Work the pandemic, schools moved online.  Psychology, Psycholog in the past, - isolated y’s Positive Psychology, Integratio Example? Think about how companies n with today offer wellness programs Other to reduce stress and improve mental health. This is a result Disciplines of Positive Psychology's influence. Growth of I-O Psychology has become more respected in South Africa since the 1990s. Industrial It focuses on improving employee and performance, job satisfaction, and overall workplace efficiency. Organisation In 2005, a separate organisation was created for I-O psychologists, known as al (I-O) SIOPSA (Society for Industrial and Organisational Psychology of South Africa). Psychology Research in this field has grown, with a in South focus on areas like personnel psychology (hiring and training employees) and Africa employee well-being (making sure workers are happy and healthy).  Since the 1990s, the South Governme African government has nt introduced laws to protect workers and improve Influence conditions in the workplace. and I-O psychologists will play a big role in helping Challenge companies and employees s cope with the long-term impacts of the pandemic, like working remotely and maintaining health in virtual environments. The Changing Workforce The makeup of the workforce has changed a lot since the 1990s. More people are entering the workforce, many of whom have higher levels of education. There's also more diversity in the workforce, with more women and people from various backgrounds, thanks to policies like affirmative action. At the global level, people from different countries are now competing or collaborating through virtual workplaces. The Work itself has changed because Changing of pressures like globalisation Companies no longer focus on Nature of mass production (making as much of one product as possible). They Work are now moving towards a service-based economy, where the focus is on offering knowledge services (like consulting or IT support). Flexibility  Skills like adaptability, problem- solving, and collaboration are crucial in this changing environment. You need to be prepared for more Why This flexible work environments where Matters for technology plays a central role. Students? Understanding the global nature of work means being able to collaborate with diverse teams, even if they are in different countries. Summary of I/O Psychology Subfields:  Definition: The study of individual differences in Personne work settings to improve l employee selection, training, and performance Psycholo through scientific methods. Example: Using gy psychometric tests to assess candidates for job suitability. Organisational Psychology Definition: The study of the effects of the organizational environment on employee attitudes and behaviors, with a focus on group dynamics, leadership, and organizational culture. Example: Assessing how leadership style impacts team motivation and performance.  Definition: Focuses on career development, counseling, and the psychological contract Career between employees and organizations, helping Psycholo individuals navigate their career paths. gy Example: Offering career counseling to employees to help them manage career transitions. Employe Definition: Concerned with promoting employee mental, e emotional, and physical well- being, especially in response Wellnes to stressors like remote work and COVID-19. s Example: Implementing wellness programs to reduce employee burnout during the pandemic.  Definition: The use of validated psychological Psychologic tests to objectively measure behaviors and al traits relevant to job Assessmen performance. Example: Administering t personality tests to evaluate a candidate’s fit for a managerial role.  Definition: The study of designing workplaces and systems to fit human Ergonom physical and mental needs, enhancing ics efficiency and well-being. Example: Designing a more comfortable and efficient workstation for employees using digital tools like Zoom. Employment Relations Definition: Focuses on the psychological aspects of labor relations and the legal frameworks governing the relationship between employees and management. Example: Addressing disputes between staff and management through negotiation strategies