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Organizational Sherlocks, a Business Psychology podcast

Organizational Sherlocks, a Business Psychology podcast

By: Organizational Sherlocks with Morgan Ashworth and Dr. Elizabeth Fleming
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 Learn how to apply psychological principles to your organization. Hear from two industrial-organizational psychology professionals and a variety of featured co-hosts, joining us from every field of business. Chief People Officer and Organizational Development Consultant, Morgan Ashworth, and Business Psychologist, Dr. Elizabeth Fleming, are your hosts, bringing a new perspective to how organizational leaders can utilize I/O psychology and general psychology in their industries.Organizational Sherlocks with Morgan Ashworth and Dr. Elizabeth Fleming Economics
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  • S2, Ep.32: Why You Should Work With an I/O Psychology Professional for Organizational Development - How They Assist on a Granular & Maximal Level

    S2, Ep.32: Why You Should Work With an I/O Psychology Professional for Organizational Development - How They Assist on a Granular & Maximal Level
    Aug 12 2025

    In this episode of Organizational Sherlocks, Dr. Elizabeth Fleming and Morgan Ashworth explore how industrial-organizational (IO) psychology professionals contribute to organizational development at both granular and strategic levels. They discuss how these experts help align people with organizational goals, optimize hiring through a balance of essential and technical skills, and implement strategies for learning, development, and succession planning. The conversation also examines the broad applicability of IO expertise, from improving day-to-day operations to shaping organizational mission and vision, while delivering measurable impact and cost savings.
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    31 mins
  • S2, Ep.31: The Government Track - How Dr. Travis Goodson applies I/O Psychology with the DoD for Effective Change Management

    S2, Ep.31: The Government Track - How Dr. Travis Goodson applies I/O Psychology with the DoD for Effective Change Management
    Aug 5 2025

    Dr. Elizabeth Fleming and Morgan Ashworth of Organizational Sherlocks welcomed Dr. Travis Goodson, CEO of InnoviDefense, to discuss his unconventional path into I/O psychology, the founding and rapid growth of InnoviDefense, and the critical importance of quantifying value in the field. Dr. Goodson emphasized the significance of a niche in I/O psychology and shared military leadership principles, including the "Task, Conditions, and Standards" method and the "1-3-1 rule" for problem-solving, which Morgan Ashworth and Elizabeth Fleming recognized as similar to their own organizational practices. The discussion concluded with a mutual appreciation for the insights shared and plans for future collaboration.
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    46 mins
  • S2, Ep.30: The Academia Track - Matt Poepsel's Experience as an of I/O Psychology Practitioner in Organizations & Universities

    S2, Ep.30: The Academia Track - Matt Poepsel's Experience as an of I/O Psychology Practitioner in Organizations & Universities
    Jul 29 2025

    Dr. Elizabeth Fleming and Morgan Ashworth of "Organizational Sherlocks" interviewed Matt Poepsel, PhD, who discussed his work at The Predictive Index and Boston College, focusing on the evolving nature of work and the importance of leadership grounded in self-awareness and purpose. They covered his "Killer Bees" concept (being, belonging, and something bigger than myself), the distinction between management and leadership, and the critical role of applied, interdisciplinary learning in IO psychology. The discussion emphasized that embracing the unknown in education and career leads to greater fulfillment and prepares professionals for the diverse demands of the field.
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    45 mins
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