Managing Psychological Factors in Information Systems Work: An Orientation to Emotional Intelligence [Hardcover]

Eugene Kaluzniacky (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 2003

There have arisen, in various settings, unmistakable calls for involvement of psychological factors in IT work, notably in development and deployment of information systems. Managing Psychological Factors in Information Systems Work: An Orientaion to Emotional Intelligence "pulls together" areas of existing involvement, to suggest yet new areas and to present an initial, and coherent vision and framework for, essentially, extending and humanizing the sphere of IT work. It may be indeed noteworthy that, while the Industrial Revolution may have moved the human person into intellectual predominance, the IT Revolution, with its recent calls for addressing and involving the "whole person", may indeed be initiating a re-centering of the human being in his/her essential core, giving rise to new consciousness, new vision and new, empowering experiences. May this book encourage the first few steps along a new and vivifying path!

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About the Author

Eugene Kaluzniacky received his M.Sc. in Computer Science / Management Science from the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Manitoba in Canada. Currently he is an Instructor in the Department of Applied Computer Science and Administrative Studies at the University of Winnipeg in Canada. He is also a member of the Association for Psychological Type and the Information Resources Management Association, and has completed training in the Myers-Briggs Personality System. Eugene has a varied academic and professional background that comprises mathematics, statistics, computer science, management science, accounting, information systems, personality psychology, wholistic health, spiritual development and education. He has taught at the undergraduate and graduate (M.Sc and M.B.A.) university levels as well as at the Continuing Education level for IS professionals, where he was nominated for a "best teacher" award.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 292 pages
• Publisher: Information Science Publishing (July 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591401984
• ISBN-13: 978-1591401988
• Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 7.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,732,496 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A book to come back to, September 29, 2004

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Tatiana Andronache (Toronto, Ontario Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Managing Psychological Factors in Information Systems Work: An Orientation to Emotional Intelligence (Paperback)

Emotional intelligence is no longer a new concept but systematic research of its impact on IT work has just started. Eugene Kaluzniacky's book explains why personality types, cognitive and creativity styles, and emotional intelligence do have an impact on IT workers, teams and corporate bottom lines. The author presents the concepts and how they influence specific IT tasks; backed by solid research, he offers insights and solutions to problems any IT worker or manager can relate to. The book is a tremendous asset for the maturing IT profession and for any serious practitioner in the field. I have directly benefitted from the insights this book equipped me with: I was able to validate some of the professional decisions and moves I did (or did not do) in the 20+ years spent in IT; I acquired a new angle to help me orient my development from now on - within and outside the professional arena. The concept of "inner deeper self" is very engaging although not very easy to grasp; probably a little ahead of its time. Despite the density and the academic rigour of the text, I had fun too reading this book; and for the very same reasons this is one book to come back to!

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive psychological awareness in IT, April 1, 2004

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V. Kanabar "think-win-win" (Boston, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Managing Psychological Factors in Information Systems Work: An Orientation to Emotional Intelligence (Hardcover)

Excellent book and this text can be your key to success and fulfillment in your IT career. Timely message on comprehensive psychological awareness in IT --can help you build, or help other people to build successful professional and personal lives. It is a recommended textbook for Project Management practitioners as well.