POW: The Psychology of Work

POW is the Psychology of Work podcast from the Association for Business Psychology. In this podcast we give you the latest explosive insights from some of the brightest thinkers - and doers - in the field of business psychology. Episodes cover topics such as the rise of the gig economy, leadership, personality, and assessment, and include interviews with small business 'tsar' Emma Jones MBE, Chief Executive of the RSA Matthew Taylor, the journalist James Bloodworth, and business psychology pioneer Professor Peter Saville.

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  Episode #56

  Episode 56: The Co-Chairs' conversation, with Claire Lish and Dr Dawn H. Nicholson

  Sep 24, 202650 min

  The ABP has recently introduced a new shared leadership model which replaces its long-standing single Chair model. In conversation here with Rob Feltham, Co-Chairs Dr Dawn Nicholson and Claire Lish explain the rationale for the change of leadership approach. They talk about their priorities for the ABP and their longer-term aspirations for the wider business psychology field. And they answer questions submitted in advance by ABP members. Topics discussed include: the ABP’s focus on guardianship and growth and what that looks like in practice; the relevance, impact and credibility of the Business Psychology profession and how to further enhance it; and the ABP’s focus on developing early career talent and giving new psychologists a sense of professional belonging. The questions submitted by members prompt discussion around: the most valuable insights that business psychology brings to the workplace; the importance of putting evidence-based human psychology front and centre in work and organisational design; and the pre-requisites of healthy psychologist-client relationships where psychologists can both make a difference and appropriately challenge. Dr Dawn H. Nicholson is Co-Chair of the Association for Business Psychology, founder and lead of the ABP’s Biz Psych Cup, and heads of the ABP’s university accreditation programme. More information about Dawn is available on the ABP’s website and on LinkedIn: https://community.theabp.org.uk/page/dawn-nicholson https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-dawn-h-n-23ba5331/ Claire Lish is Co-Chair of the Association for Business Psychology and a Fellow of the CIPD. More information about Claire is available on the ABP’s website and on LinkedIn: https://theabp.org.uk/person/claire-lish/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/claire-lish/ Rob Feltham is Podcast Editor of The ABP.

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  Episode #55

  Episode 55: Age against the Machine – Lucy Standing discusses her recent book

  Aug 28, 202650 min

  Lucy standing is the founder of Brave Starts and lead author of an important new book entitled Age Against The Machine. In conversation here with Rob Feltham, Lucy highlights the need for the world of work to wake up to the fundamental demographic and economic shift caused by people living longer whilst birth rates fall. The notion of ‘retirement’ is an increasingly unhelpful lens through which to view later life. And older workers face serious and ingrained age discrimination in the job market. Employers and recruiters need to recognise the huge business opportunity represented by an underutilised older workforce. At the same time older workers themselves need to become more skilled in navigating the employment/volunteering landscape in order to continue purposeful activity into later life. Flexibility and realism are key, both for employers and for older workers. Whilst the current employment landscape can be characterised as ageist, Lucy sees signs of hope and sets out an agenda for positive change. Lucy Standing is a Chartered psychologist specialising in midlife career development. She leads Brave Starts CIC which supports between 200-300 people a year typically between the ages of 45-65 to consider what roles they may want (or need) to do next. Brave Starts recently won the International Longevity Centre (ILC) community award for their work helping hundreds of people. Lucy has been called to British Parliament to give evidence for the select committee inquiry into older workers and has provided research, articles and insight to the OECD. She’s been interviewed and written about by the BBC, the FT, Telegraph, Times, Guardian and Forbes. Prior to her work with Brave Starts, for nearly 10 years, she was Vice Chair of the Association for Business Psychology: a professional body helping certify and raise standards of the business psychology profession for which she’s also been awarded Honorary Membership. The HR field has also recognised her as one of the top ’influential thinkers’. Reference : Standing, L., Hyde, M., & Evans M. (2026). Age against the machine: New rules for working in an ageist world. De Gruyter. Rob Feltham is Podcast Editor of The ABP.

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  Episode #54

  Episode 54: We need to talk about power – A conversation with Nik Kinley

  Jul 13, 202651 min

  Returning ABP podcast guest Nik Kinley talks with Rob Feltham about his recent and important book – The Power Trap. Nik makes a convincing case that ‘we need to talk more about power’ because it changes people, particularly those in formal leadership roles. Whilst power enables leaders to ‘get stuff done’, the ‘traps’ associated with power are numerous and pervasive. For example: increased physical and psychological/emotional distance from followers is one of the inevitable consequences of power; power distorts information flows; and power serves to amplify preexisting traits and dispositions of incoming leaders, for better or for worse. Leaders are usually chosen for their capability at a given point of time, but more attention needs to be given to their suitability for leadership. It’s not all doom and gloom however, there are many things that leaders can do manage the challenges that power presents. Case studies covered in the discussion include a number of high profile public figures. Nik Kinley is a psychologist, C-Suite leadership assessor, coach, and consultant. He is the author and co-author of several award-winning books on leadership and is a regular lecturer at some of the world’s most prestigious business schools. You can find out more about Nik here: https://nikkinley.com and https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikkinley Reference: Kinley, N. (2025). The Power Trap: How leadership changes people, and what to do about it . Palgrave Macmillan. Rob Feltham is Podcast Editor of The ABP.

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  Episode #53

  Episode 53: The new Professional Framework for Workplace Wellbeing, discussed with Dr Rachel Lewis

  Apr 28, 202632 min

  The Affinity Health at Work Research Consortium, co-chaired by Dr Rachel Lewis and Dr Jo Yarker, has recently launched the ground-breaking Professional Framework for Workplace Wellbeing, which is the first multi-disciplinary, integrated evidence-informed foundation for the profession. The Research Consortium brings together range of organisations and stakeholders such as the Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH), the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), and the Society of Occupational Medicine (SOM). The framework is an evidence-based, seven-stage, multi-disciplinary tool defining competent, ethical, and effective wellbeing practice. It supports professionals across career stages and aids in identifying key knowledge, skills, and development areas. It is comprehensive in scope and offers the potential for accredited development and clarity of career progression. In this episode of POW, we hear Rachel Lewis in conversation with The ABP’s Clodagh O’Reilly and Rob Feltham. Topics covered include: the current complex, fragmented and siloed nature of the workplace wellbeing profession; business and professional drivers for the creation of the Framework; how it was developed; its significance for workplace wellbeing practitioners; the adaptability and modular nature of the Framework; and the assessment of organisational readiness. Rachel Lewis PhD, MSc, CPsychol is an Occupational Psychologist, multi-award winning expert in wellbeing at work, Managing Partner at Affinity Health at Work, Reader at Birkbeck, University of London and international speaker and writer. You can find out more about Rachel here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-lewis-48a1a011/ The Professional Framework for Wellbeing Professionals Report is available as a free download from Affinity Heath at Work: https://www.affinityhealthatwork.com/professional-framework-for-workp A starting point for professionals wishing to apply the Framework is to use the associated self-assessment tool which is available at a small charge. Clodagh O’Reilly is an Honorary Member and past chair of The ABP and currently heads The ABP’s member services. Rob Feltham is Podcast Editor of The ABP.

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  Episode #52

  Episode 52: Leadership resilience in the age of AI – A conversation with Dr Marie-Hélène Pelletier

  Mar 25, 202639 min

  As a thought-leader and experienced executive coach, Marie-Hélène Pelletier is a recognised expert in enabling leaders to develop their strategic personal resilience. However, as AI continues to transform work, the pressures on leaders are becoming not only greater but also different in kind. In an engaging discussion with Rob Feltham, Marie-Hélène provides a coherent analysis of how the very essence of leadership resilience is changing. Topics covered include: the identity crisis that many leaders face; strategies for remaining grounded in the face of chronic demands and the ongoing uncertainty engendered by AI; the need to protect ethics and values in AI-assisted decision-making; and the critical role of psychological safety. Dr Marie-Hélène Pelletier is an award- winning workplace mental health expert, psychologist, executive coach, frequent keynote speaker, and founder of the Strategic Resilience Practice based in Vancouver Canada. She combines business and clinical expertise, translating research about health, performance, resilience, and overcoming challenges into strategies professionals, leaders, and their teams need to thrive. She has led workplace mental health strategy in senior leadership roles. Reference: Pelletier, M.-H. (2024). The Resilience Plan: A Strategic Approach to Optimizing Your Work Performance and Mental Health . Page Two Books, Inc. Rob Feltham is Podcast Editor of The ABP

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