Melissa A. Wheeler Ph.D.

About

Melissa Wheeler, Ph.D., is a Senior Lecturer at the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology and has a doctorate in social psychology from the University of Melbourne. In her Ph.D., she explored how people persuade others to agree with their moral beliefs. She has an ongoing interest in the field of moral psychology and applied ethics, including workplace flexibility, gender roles in work and care, ethical climates, and responsible leadership.

Recent Posts

Building Career Confidence

Unlock your career confidence with these five tips for sustainable career success.

Will AI Decide If You Get Your Next Job?

What level of AI involvement should candidates expect when applying and being considered for a job?

Five Tips for Avoiding End-of-Year Burnout

Does the end of the year equal burnout?

Working From Home and the Psychological Contract

Would you search for a more flexible job if you were forced to return to the office?

The Four-Day Work Week

Is the four-day work week a silver bullet for work-life balance?

5 Ways Fantasy Sports Can Change Your Life

With another NFL season approaching, have you considered joining the millions who play fantasy football? Here are five ways playing fantasy sports could change your life.

Traditional Reference Checks Are Plagued With Bias

How valid are traditional reference checks? Not very. But making them structured improves both how well they predict applicant performance and fit and reduces bias.

Making the Most of Flexible Work Arrangements

Is flexible work working for you? A little creativity can go a long way.

What Happens When Both Women and Men Make Policy?

Women and politics: A closer look at gender parity following New Zealand's historical milestone.

Do We Spend Too Much Time Working?

Is it time to reconsider how we spend our time? New research explores the move away from work-centric priorities.