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Depression

Why the Bill Nye vs. Ken Ham Debate Makes Me Sad

Bryan J. Dik Ph.D. on February 12, 2014

Last week's debate between Bill Nye "the science guy" and young-earth creationist Ken Ham was entertaining but maddening, because it reinforced the same old false choice between science or faith. It's time for a new narrative in which compatibility, not conflict, guides the discussion.

Last week's debate between Bill Nye "the science guy" and young-earth creationist Ken Ham was entertaining but maddening, because it reinforced the same old false choice between science or faith. It's time for a new narrative in which compatibility, not conflict, guides the discussion.

Career

Will an Algorithm Land You Your Next Job?

Bryan J. Dik Ph.D. on November 27, 2013

The way people find jobs, and employers find talent, is rapidly changing. Soon, fit algorithms based on psychological data might smooth your path to better employment. Are you ready for this?

The way people find jobs, and employers find talent, is rapidly changing. Soon, fit algorithms based on psychological data might smooth your path to better employment. Are you ready for this?

Career

Generational Differences at Work?

Bryan J. Dik Ph.D. on May 31, 2013

I've always been skeptical of whether generational differences are as much of an issue at work as some claim. After serving as the reluctant voice of GenX on a panel discussion, I've been rethinking my position.

I've always been skeptical of whether generational differences are as much of an issue at work as some claim. After serving as the reluctant voice of GenX on a panel discussion, I've been rethinking my position.

Career

Living a Calling via Athletics Aesthetics

Bryan J. Dik Ph.D. on April 3, 2013

17 years ago, Paul Lukas took a calculated risk. The rest is uni-history.

17 years ago, Paul Lukas took a calculated risk. The rest is uni-history.

In the 2009 film Up in the Air, George Clooney's and Anna Kendrick's characters demonstrate how cold and heartless firing someone can be. Is there a better way to do it?

The best superheroes are on a quest for the common good. Research on work as calling suggests that we can tap into our inner superhero by pooling our strengths with others in pursuit of the same.

In Frank Miller's classic "The Dark Knight Returns," Batman comes out of retirement. His adjustment shows how career development never stops, but is an ongoing process.

Career

Should We Pursue Our Career Dreams?

Ryan Duffy Ph.D. on November 7, 2012

So you have a career dream. Is it as simple as just going after it?

So you have a career dream. Is it as simple as just going after it?

Anyone struggling with indecision can see that when it comes to choosing a career path, superheroes have it sooo easy. Yet they offer some lessons for us, too.

Having a calling but not living it may actually make some people less happy with their lives.

A bad boss, weird coworkers, and a lack of appreciation for her hard work. Yet, she still loves her job.