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Proactivity and personal initiative

Proactivity and personal initiative at work: What are the consequences for employees if they go beyond the call of duty at work?

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Proactivity and well-being (DFG FA 458/5-1)

This project focuses on the implications of proactivity for the well-being of the actor.

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Innovation and creativity

Innovation and creativity - behaviors that are in demand in almost all professions.

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Dirty work

Do employees suffer from not receiving societal appreciation for their work?

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Gender differences in career development

Female leaders are under-represented in almost all business branches. Why?

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work, stress, and well-being

Work provides us with the opportunity to master challenges, to succeed, and to develop as a person. On the other hand, work also comes along with experiencing stress.

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Screening of mental workload

How can we assess psychological demands and strain at work?

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PIER Project

Personal initiative can not only be found in adults, but also in children and adolescents.

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Transfer into practice

Our scientists offer supporting organizations with regard to psychological questions, e.g., personnel development.