Applying Psychology (Hardcover)

by Andrew J. DuBrin (Author)

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Product Description
For courses in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, Human Relations, and Interpersonal Skills. This introduction to success in the workplace provides an accessible overview of major psychological concepts and techniques that conveys to students how to exercise a solid professional performance and achieve personal satisfaction. Approaches to perception, learning, personality, conflict and motivation are examined, as well as theories of human behavior at work. Updated to include current issues that students can relate to in everyday life, the Sixth Edition explores topics such as cross-cultural relations, working in teams, empowerment, and other relevant matters with the goal of developing an appreciation of key principles and findings of the psychology of individual behavior.

From the Publisher
An introduction to success in the workplace. Presents business psychology in clear, layman's language. Addresses cultural diversity and ethics in the office. Discusses the affect of brain functions and office technology on human interactions. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 448 pages
• Publisher: Prentice Hall; 6th edition (June 26, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0130971154
• ISBN-13: 978-0130971159
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.9 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #204,505 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars ".....a must read for leaders in business and those who want to be.."~JC Angelcraft, April 11, 2007

By	JC Angelcraft (California) - See all my reviews

Andrew J. Dubrin's book, Applying Psychology, is a nice exercise in the practice of business psychology. It is a first step for those who plan to become Industrial Psychologist and most likely will be required reading in your undergraduate studies.
The hidden value of this book is that inside its pages lie a treasure chest of information that can enhance any career.

Applying Psychology 6th edition covers such important topics as how values and beliefs influence job behavior. It addresses issues of perception like how people interpret the world and why perceptual problems exist. It teaches about methods and the importance of communication in the work place and emphasizes the value of understanding yourself by helping the reader learn how to develop self-awareness.

This fine textbook is a must read for leaders in business and those who want to be. It explains the sources of motivation and offers various techniques in self-motivational techniques. It is filled with several workshops designed to reveal tendencies and personality traits that can help a leader be the best that they can be.

4.0 out of 5 stars psy302, May 22, 2009

By	Gloria Young "glojay" (Rosston, AR. USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Applying Psychology: Individual and Organizational Effectiveness (Hardcover)

The book was in very good shape. However, I must have gotten confused on the edition. I thought I was ordering the 6th edition, but ended up with a 4th edition. However, I was still able to use the book, some of the chapters were just in a different order and it caused me to do more reading and searching. Before I order again I will make sure to look at the ordering information more thoroughly before I submit the order, but everything worked out okay.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good, April 17, 2009

By	Amanda Mares (San Diego, California) - See all my reviews

Good book, great learning experience and I would recommended it to anyone who is taking a psychology class.