Brent Reed
@brentreed.bsky.social
Incoming Assistant Professor of Psychological and Organizational Science at UNC Charlotte. Studying our connections to work and how they shape recovery from workplace stress.
More organizations are monitoring computer use to see if employees are “cyberloafing.”
But this recent article suggests that browsing the web can actually boost creativity, likely by increasing knowledge acquisition... as long as job demands aren’t too high.
Link: doi.org/10.1002/job....
But this recent article suggests that browsing the web can actually boost creativity, likely by increasing knowledge acquisition... as long as job demands aren’t too high.
Link: doi.org/10.1002/job....
August 5, 2025 at 2:49 PM
More organizations are monitoring computer use to see if employees are “cyberloafing.”
But this recent article suggests that browsing the web can actually boost creativity, likely by increasing knowledge acquisition... as long as job demands aren’t too high.
Link: doi.org/10.1002/job....
But this recent article suggests that browsing the web can actually boost creativity, likely by increasing knowledge acquisition... as long as job demands aren’t too high.
Link: doi.org/10.1002/job....
In this study recently published in JBP, researchers found that remote workers who felt professionally isolated also reported higher levels of depletion and lower engagement. Family-supportive supervisors and schedule flexibility helped, but only when the two were aligned: doi.org/10.1007/s108...
July 21, 2025 at 2:38 PM
In this study recently published in JBP, researchers found that remote workers who felt professionally isolated also reported higher levels of depletion and lower engagement. Family-supportive supervisors and schedule flexibility helped, but only when the two were aligned: doi.org/10.1007/s108...
Thoughtful editorial in LQ on how AI is transforming every stage of the research life cycle. I especially appreciated the guidance on using AI for idea generation, literature review, data analysis, and writing. And without spoiling anything, they also show AI in action: doi.org/10.1016/j.le...
July 17, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Thoughtful editorial in LQ on how AI is transforming every stage of the research life cycle. I especially appreciated the guidance on using AI for idea generation, literature review, data analysis, and writing. And without spoiling anything, they also show AI in action: doi.org/10.1016/j.le...
Interesting series of studies showing introverts are perceived as less warm and competent at work—even by other introverts! doi.org/10.1007/s415...
Introverts shouldn’t be expected to act like extraverts, so how do we address the ways workplaces may unintentionally penalize them?
Introverts shouldn’t be expected to act like extraverts, so how do we address the ways workplaces may unintentionally penalize them?
July 10, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Interesting series of studies showing introverts are perceived as less warm and competent at work—even by other introverts! doi.org/10.1007/s415...
Introverts shouldn’t be expected to act like extraverts, so how do we address the ways workplaces may unintentionally penalize them?
Introverts shouldn’t be expected to act like extraverts, so how do we address the ways workplaces may unintentionally penalize them?
We know work doesn’t just affect the person in the job—it can shape how their partner feels, too. But in a recent study, sharing *positive* work events also lowered partners’ self-esteem, perhaps by inviting social comparisons. doi.org/10.1007/s415...
How does this compare to your experiences?
How does this compare to your experiences?
July 8, 2025 at 4:25 PM
We know work doesn’t just affect the person in the job—it can shape how their partner feels, too. But in a recent study, sharing *positive* work events also lowered partners’ self-esteem, perhaps by inviting social comparisons. doi.org/10.1007/s415...
How does this compare to your experiences?
How does this compare to your experiences?
As more workplaces integrate AI, it’s important to understand its impact on stress.
In this study, researchers trained an LLM to analyze social media posts and found that feeling controlled by AI increased stress, but working *with* AI buffered these effects: doi.org/10.1002/job....
In this study, researchers trained an LLM to analyze social media posts and found that feeling controlled by AI increased stress, but working *with* AI buffered these effects: doi.org/10.1002/job....
July 4, 2025 at 4:09 PM
As more workplaces integrate AI, it’s important to understand its impact on stress.
In this study, researchers trained an LLM to analyze social media posts and found that feeling controlled by AI increased stress, but working *with* AI buffered these effects: doi.org/10.1002/job....
In this study, researchers trained an LLM to analyze social media posts and found that feeling controlled by AI increased stress, but working *with* AI buffered these effects: doi.org/10.1002/job....
Does telework reduce work-family conflict?
A new meta-analysis finds it slightly lowers work interfering with family but not the other way around. Men seemed to benefit, but women didn’t—likely because they used the flexibility to juggle more non-work responsibilities.
doi.org/10.1007/s415...
A new meta-analysis finds it slightly lowers work interfering with family but not the other way around. Men seemed to benefit, but women didn’t—likely because they used the flexibility to juggle more non-work responsibilities.
doi.org/10.1007/s415...
July 2, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Does telework reduce work-family conflict?
A new meta-analysis finds it slightly lowers work interfering with family but not the other way around. Men seemed to benefit, but women didn’t—likely because they used the flexibility to juggle more non-work responsibilities.
doi.org/10.1007/s415...
A new meta-analysis finds it slightly lowers work interfering with family but not the other way around. Men seemed to benefit, but women didn’t—likely because they used the flexibility to juggle more non-work responsibilities.
doi.org/10.1007/s415...
Loved this LQ piece on “zombie leadership”: debunked ideas about leadership that simply refuse to die: doi.org/10.1016/j.le...
The authors take on myths like “leadership is always good” or “we know a leader when we see one” and offer more evidence-based ways of thinking. Worth a read!
The authors take on myths like “leadership is always good” or “we know a leader when we see one” and offer more evidence-based ways of thinking. Worth a read!
June 30, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Loved this LQ piece on “zombie leadership”: debunked ideas about leadership that simply refuse to die: doi.org/10.1016/j.le...
The authors take on myths like “leadership is always good” or “we know a leader when we see one” and offer more evidence-based ways of thinking. Worth a read!
The authors take on myths like “leadership is always good” or “we know a leader when we see one” and offer more evidence-based ways of thinking. Worth a read!
How well does academic performance (GPA, class rank, instructor evaluations) predict job performance?
Contrary to some recent headlines, it’s actually pretty good! Here are a few highlights from a recent meta-analysis 🧵, available here: doi.org/10.1037/apl0...
Contrary to some recent headlines, it’s actually pretty good! Here are a few highlights from a recent meta-analysis 🧵, available here: doi.org/10.1037/apl0...
December 27, 2024 at 7:29 PM
How well does academic performance (GPA, class rank, instructor evaluations) predict job performance?
Contrary to some recent headlines, it’s actually pretty good! Here are a few highlights from a recent meta-analysis 🧵, available here: doi.org/10.1037/apl0...
Contrary to some recent headlines, it’s actually pretty good! Here are a few highlights from a recent meta-analysis 🧵, available here: doi.org/10.1037/apl0...
Gossip at work is harmful... or is it?
In this study, researchers found that quality matters. Truthful, interesting gossip boosted mood and made people more willing to help the sender. But too much gossip? That had the opposite effect.
Link: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
In this study, researchers found that quality matters. Truthful, interesting gossip boosted mood and made people more willing to help the sender. But too much gossip? That had the opposite effect.
Link: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
December 26, 2024 at 6:00 PM
Gossip at work is harmful... or is it?
In this study, researchers found that quality matters. Truthful, interesting gossip boosted mood and made people more willing to help the sender. But too much gossip? That had the opposite effect.
Link: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
In this study, researchers found that quality matters. Truthful, interesting gossip boosted mood and made people more willing to help the sender. But too much gossip? That had the opposite effect.
Link: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...
“Gen Z doesn’t want to work hard.”
“Boomers are set in their ways.”
We’ve all heard these stereotypes, but do they hold up? More evidence that generational differences are a myth: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Plus, this excerpt... 👀
“Boomers are set in their ways.”
We’ve all heard these stereotypes, but do they hold up? More evidence that generational differences are a myth: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Plus, this excerpt... 👀
December 13, 2024 at 7:22 PM
“Gen Z doesn’t want to work hard.”
“Boomers are set in their ways.”
We’ve all heard these stereotypes, but do they hold up? More evidence that generational differences are a myth: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Plus, this excerpt... 👀
“Boomers are set in their ways.”
We’ve all heard these stereotypes, but do they hold up? More evidence that generational differences are a myth: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Plus, this excerpt... 👀
Few weeks go by without me thinking of this Highhouse article on our “stubborn reliance” on intuition in hiring: doi.org/10.1111/j.17...
It’s a powerful reminder of the gap between what works (structure, standardization) and what we often rely on—subjective feelings of “fit.”
It’s a powerful reminder of the gap between what works (structure, standardization) and what we often rely on—subjective feelings of “fit.”
December 10, 2024 at 9:31 PM
Few weeks go by without me thinking of this Highhouse article on our “stubborn reliance” on intuition in hiring: doi.org/10.1111/j.17...
It’s a powerful reminder of the gap between what works (structure, standardization) and what we often rely on—subjective feelings of “fit.”
It’s a powerful reminder of the gap between what works (structure, standardization) and what we often rely on—subjective feelings of “fit.”
A bit late to the party, but I finally read this interesting article about how occupations tend to attract people with certain personality traits.
I’ll share a few thoughts below 🧵, but here’s a link to the full study: doi.org/10.1037/apl0...
I’ll share a few thoughts below 🧵, but here’s a link to the full study: doi.org/10.1037/apl0...
December 9, 2024 at 5:37 PM
A bit late to the party, but I finally read this interesting article about how occupations tend to attract people with certain personality traits.
I’ll share a few thoughts below 🧵, but here’s a link to the full study: doi.org/10.1037/apl0...
I’ll share a few thoughts below 🧵, but here’s a link to the full study: doi.org/10.1037/apl0...
Can you tell I’m working on my dissertation?
December 4, 2024 at 2:48 PM
Can you tell I’m working on my dissertation?
This was a tough decision, but mine is:
Barker, J. R. (1993). Tightening the iron cage: Concertive control in self-managing teams. Administrative Science Quarterly, 38(3), 408–437.
As one of the first papers we read in my PhD program, it was a memorable introduction to organizational science.
Barker, J. R. (1993). Tightening the iron cage: Concertive control in self-managing teams. Administrative Science Quarterly, 38(3), 408–437.
As one of the first papers we read in my PhD program, it was a memorable introduction to organizational science.
December 3, 2024 at 12:51 AM
This was a tough decision, but mine is:
Barker, J. R. (1993). Tightening the iron cage: Concertive control in self-managing teams. Administrative Science Quarterly, 38(3), 408–437.
As one of the first papers we read in my PhD program, it was a memorable introduction to organizational science.
Barker, J. R. (1993). Tightening the iron cage: Concertive control in self-managing teams. Administrative Science Quarterly, 38(3), 408–437.
As one of the first papers we read in my PhD program, it was a memorable introduction to organizational science.
Excited to have recently presented our ongoing research at SMA! In our study of workers with diabetes, we identified key factors that supported or hindered them at work, including personal demands (e.g., symptoms), predictability of breaks, and social pressures related to food.
November 12, 2024 at 3:59 PM
Excited to have recently presented our ongoing research at SMA! In our study of workers with diabetes, we identified key factors that supported or hindered them at work, including personal demands (e.g., symptoms), predictability of breaks, and social pressures related to food.
Excited to share a new study! In workers with chronic pain, we explored how work interfered with the management of pain symptoms and how this in turn affected burnout. We also explored whether factors like control and supervisor support played a role. Check it out here: doi.org/10.1037/str0...
July 24, 2024 at 5:13 PM
Excited to share a new study! In workers with chronic pain, we explored how work interfered with the management of pain symptoms and how this in turn affected burnout. We also explored whether factors like control and supervisor support played a role. Check it out here: doi.org/10.1037/str0...
With the Presidential debate set for next week, check out this interesting new study: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Greater political diversity in an organization generally led to more dissatisfaction, *especially* during election years.
What do you think will happen this year?
Greater political diversity in an organization generally led to more dissatisfaction, *especially* during election years.
What do you think will happen this year?
June 20, 2024 at 6:04 PM
With the Presidential debate set for next week, check out this interesting new study: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Greater political diversity in an organization generally led to more dissatisfaction, *especially* during election years.
What do you think will happen this year?
Greater political diversity in an organization generally led to more dissatisfaction, *especially* during election years.
What do you think will happen this year?
Had an amazing time at the MOBTS conference last week!
I learned about best practices, met leading educators and scholars, and had the honor of participating in the Doctoral Institute with an incredible cohort of future leaders.
Shout-out to OS alum Alex Dunn for coordinating the institute!
I learned about best practices, met leading educators and scholars, and had the honor of participating in the Doctoral Institute with an incredible cohort of future leaders.
Shout-out to OS alum Alex Dunn for coordinating the institute!
June 17, 2024 at 5:24 PM
Had an amazing time at the MOBTS conference last week!
I learned about best practices, met leading educators and scholars, and had the honor of participating in the Doctoral Institute with an incredible cohort of future leaders.
Shout-out to OS alum Alex Dunn for coordinating the institute!
I learned about best practices, met leading educators and scholars, and had the honor of participating in the Doctoral Institute with an incredible cohort of future leaders.
Shout-out to OS alum Alex Dunn for coordinating the institute!
What makes our commutes so bad?
A recent study found that it wasn't the duration or unpredictability of the commute, but the quality (eg, how uncomfortable it was). And while these negatively affected worker attitudes, they didn't impact performance.
Link: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
A recent study found that it wasn't the duration or unpredictability of the commute, but the quality (eg, how uncomfortable it was). And while these negatively affected worker attitudes, they didn't impact performance.
Link: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
May 29, 2024 at 5:30 PM
What makes our commutes so bad?
A recent study found that it wasn't the duration or unpredictability of the commute, but the quality (eg, how uncomfortable it was). And while these negatively affected worker attitudes, they didn't impact performance.
Link: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
A recent study found that it wasn't the duration or unpredictability of the commute, but the quality (eg, how uncomfortable it was). And while these negatively affected worker attitudes, they didn't impact performance.
Link: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Check out this insightful meta-analysis exploring the daily effects of two categories of work stressors: challenges and hindrances. While both have a negative effect on well-being, challenges also have some positive effects on performance.
Read more here: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Read more here: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
May 9, 2024 at 4:14 PM
Check out this insightful meta-analysis exploring the daily effects of two categories of work stressors: challenges and hindrances. While both have a negative effect on well-being, challenges also have some positive effects on performance.
Read more here: link.springer.com/article/10.1...
Read more here: link.springer.com/article/10.1...