Adrian Furnham Knihy

Psychológiu považujú mnohí za náročnú vednú disciplínu, iní si zasa myslia, že psychológom môže byť každý. Autor Adrian Furnham ponúka pohľad dovnútra vedy, ktorá pomáha pochopiť rôzne druhy správania človeka, rozlíšiť ilúzie od reality, odhaliť poryvy mysle a srdca. Vedy, ktorej predmetom bádania je spoločnosť aj osobnosť. Publikácia prináša výber tých najzaujímavejších myšlienok z psychológie, ktoré by sme mali poznať, napríklad čo je placebový efekt, čo sú halucinácie, čo sa skrýva pod pojmom Flynnov efekt, gamblerský efekt, utopené náklady, afázia, ale aj čo je schizofrénia, kognitívna terapia či umelá inteligencia.

Exploring the essential elements of psychographics, this book delves into how consumer behavior influences market choices. It outlines methods for defining consumer profiles and designing effective research programs. By examining various consumer groups and incorporating case studies on products ranging from cameras to pet food, the text illustrates the practical applications of psychographics in understanding market dynamics.

The Psychology of Spies and Spying tells the story of the people involved in spying: the human sources (agents) who betray their country or organisation and the professional intelligence officers who manage the collection and reporting process

In a difficult economic climate it is more important than ever to manage bad behaviour in the workplace and minimize the damage negative and destructive employees can have on an organization. This book looks at the problems companies can face but also shows how to resolve these issues and work towards a positive outcome.

Focusing on the impact of individual differences, this book delves into how these variations influence behavior in the workplace. It critically analyzes the controversial aspects of personality traits, cognitive styles, and emotional intelligence in shaping workplace dynamics and outcomes. By exploring these themes, the work aims to provide insights into employee performance, team interactions, and organizational culture, making it a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of human behavior in professional settings.

Corporations of every size have experience of employees who are guilty of lying, stealing, sabotage, hacking, destruction of files and data, and more than a few corporations have been, and continue to be, devastated by the activities of whistleblowers. Profits, secrets and staff morale are all threatened. This book provides a background to the psychology of deviance and offers practical advice about identifying the causes of and prescriptions for reversing disloyalty.

The book presents a groundbreaking exploration of personality and intelligence, integrating diverse theoretical models and synthesizing a century's worth of research advancements. It aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of how these two aspects interact and influence human behavior, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.

Exploring the complex relationship between money and human behavior, this book delves into themes of power, self-image, and the psychology of giving versus receiving. It questions societal taboos surrounding money, comparing its impact on happiness to that of sex and death. Aimed at psychologists, sociologists, and those curious about economics, it offers insights into how financial dynamics influence personal fulfillment and social interactions.

Buying a table tennis table will make your staff happier. Working eight hours a day, five days a week, will result in the most productivity. Paying higher salaries will always result in higher motivation. But will it really? There are a staggering number of myths, stereotypes and out-of-date rules that abound in the workplace. This can make it feel impossible to truly know how to get the most out of your career, your team and your organization. In Myths of Work, Ian MacRae and Adrian Furnham take an entertaining and evidence-based look at the most pervasive myths about our working lives, from the serious to the ridiculous, to give you the insight you need to become a better manager in the modern workplace. Fascinating real life case studies from organizations around the world display the myths (and how to overcome them) in practice. Myths of Work takes the most up-to-date academic research in business and psychology and combines it with practical insights, a lively writing style and a handy dip-in-and-out structure to form your ultimate guide to becoming a better enlightened manager.

This revised edition of the Psychology of Money features significant updates across all chapters, incorporating recent developments in the field. It introduces four new chapters that explore innovative and radical topics, enhancing the reader's understanding of financial psychology. Additionally, the book includes a foreword and an appendix, providing further insights and context to the discussions presented.