Personal Psychology for Life & Work

by Rita Baltus

Book Overview

The fifth edition of this popular text-workbook prepares students to successfully meet many challenges in their personal lives and careers. The text equips students with a basic understanding of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0028042948
• ISBN13: 9780028042947
• Release Date: September 1998
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
• Length: 389 Pages
• Weight: 1.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 7.9" x 9.5"

Customer Reviews

Very Good Book

I found this work book to be easy to read & understand,...especially for a beginner like myself,,...

A Great Practical Guide

This is a practical guide for contemporary students who are entering the work force or moving up in their careers and who can use a basic understanding of modern psychological theory to guide interpersonal behaviors for greater success. It describes the overall perspective modern psychological theory provides. There is some historical presentation of post-Kantian psychological schools and personality theories but above all these are presented with an aim to guide behavior in ways most likely to lead to success. Sections focus on work-related attitudes, problem solving including group problem solving and using psychological theory to improve communication. This book helps students understand how contemporary theory enables greater autonomy through understanding how motivation can be controlled by others allowing individuals more control over their own motivation. All of this leads to greater wellness and cooperation in the workplace and in life. It includes a great glossary of terms and practical learning activities that help connect the chapters to individual experiences.