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Productive Wellbeing – how improved productivity supports employee wellbeing.

Improved productivity is often associated with “getting more from less”, but what if the opposite approach is more effective? Drawing on the Job Demands-Resources Model (JD-R), this article explores how reducing unnecessary demands, improving prioritisation and developing personal productivity skills can support both organisational performance and employee wellbeing. A thoughtful read for anyone interested in workplace psychology, burnout prevention and sustainable performa

May 196 min read

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Smiling person in a purple shirt stands confidently outdoors. Background shows rooftops and a clear sky, conveying a cheerful mood.

From Awareness to Acceptance: What My Autism Diagnosis Taught Me About Work and Wellbeing

Bev Blacklock shares a deeply personal reflection on her autism diagnosis, the emotional reality of “grelief,” and why workplaces need to move beyond April campaigns and into everyday, embedded inclusion.

May 45 min read

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Smiling woman with long hair in a black and white outfit, wearing a necklace. Green wall and wood paneling in the background.

Triangular Theory and Relationships in Today’s Time

Love feels simple until it isn’t. What starts as clarity in what we want can quickly shift into uncertainty, expectation, and imbalance. Drawing on Robert Sternberg’s Triangular Theory of Love, this blog explores how passion, intimacy, and commitment show up in modern relationships and why understanding these components may be key to building something that lasts.

Apr 213 min read

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Smiling man with glasses and a beard in a grey suit and blue tie, against a clear blue sky background.

10 Reasons to Start a Psychology Business

Why is psychology such a great business to be in? From helping people understand themselves to solving complex organisational challenges, psychology offers endless opportunities to create impact and build a business you love. Here are 10 reasons why it might be the best business decision you make.

Apr 65 min read

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Smiling woman with long brown hair wearing a mustard turtleneck against a plain light background. Calm and cheerful mood.

Understanding Decision Fatigue: A System-Level Challenge

Decision fatigue is about how sustained decision-making shifts the way we think. Drawing on dual-process theory, cognitive load, and behavioural research, this article explores why decision quality changes over time and how systems, shape better outcomes. If we want more consistent decisions, we need to design for how people actually think.

Mar 245 min read

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Smiling man with glasses and a beard in a grey suit and blue tie against a plain white background.

Adult Friendship: The Psychology of Something That Predicts Wellbeing

Adult friendship predicts wellbeing. In this deeply personal and research-informed reflection, Alan Bradshaw explores the psychology of adult friendship through lived experience, longitudinal research, and powerful real-life stories, from two lifelong friends walking together for over 18,000 evenings, to the essential Friday meetups sustaining his sister through grief and caregiving. Drawing on evidence that friendship improves mental and physical health.

Mar 15 min read

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Smiling woman with long blonde hair in a black sleeveless top stands against a plain gray background.

Bridging the Gap: Transforming the Wellbeing of Staff in Education

We know staff wellbeing matters in education. We talk about burnout and sustainability more openly than ever before. Leaders introduce strategies, review timetables and invest in training. Despite good intentions, meaningful change often feels frustratingly slow. Drawing on research, data and lived experience as a headteacher and organisational psychologist, this blog explores the deeper forces shaping wellbeing in schools: culture, leadership behaviour, identity and the sys

Feb 226 min read

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Smiling woman in checked shirt in bright office setting, blurred background with large windows, creating a welcoming atmosphere.

The Psychology of Fear and Division

This article explores the psychology of fear and polarisation, examining how global events, cognitive biases, social identity, and perceived threat drive people towards extreme positions. Drawing on psychological research and real-world examples, it explains why “left” and “right” labels deepen division, how fear impacts mental health, and what individuals can do to listen, understand, and reconnect across difference.

Feb 711 min read

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Smiling man in a patterned blue shirt against a plain gray background, conveying a cheerful and professional mood.

From I-O Psychology to People Impact: How Data & Well-Being Drive Organizational Change

This blog explores how employee well-being, people analytics, and listening systems come together in modern organisations. Grounded in I-O psychology and real-world application, it reflects the growing shift from insight to impact in people practice.

Jan 314 min read

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Smiling woman in glasses, wearing a white blazer and shirt, against a plain white background. Relaxed and approachable mood.

Positive Procrastination: A Conceptual Framework for Intentional Delay, Incubation, and Psychological Wellbeing

Procrastination is usually framed as failure: poor self-control, lost productivity, and unnecessary stress. But what if some forms of delay are not avoidance at all? In this blog, Karen Mills introduces the concept of positive procrastination: intentional or semi-intentional pauses that allow emotional regulation, creative incubation, reflection, and protection of psychological wellbeing. Drawing on research from creativity science, organisational behaviour, and self-regulat

Jan 197 min read

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A person with a beard in a black shirt smiles slightly indoors, with a window showing blurred plants in the background. Soft lighting creates a calm mood.

Beliefs Beget Behaviours Become haBits Bolstering Belief

Habit change isn’t about willpower alone, it’s about understanding the cycles that shape our beliefs, emotions, and behaviours. In this reflective piece, Marc Kirby explores how helpful and limiting patterns form, why replacement is essential for change, and how small, repeated actions can gradually rewire unhelpful habits into more constructive ones.

Jan 43 min read

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Woman smiling outdoors with trees and a brick building in the background. Black and white image, patterned shirt under dark jacket.

Fashion is Psychology

Fashion is more than fabric — it’s a psychological experience. In this blog, Zoe Shaughnessy explores how clothing influences our thoughts, emotions, confidence and behaviour through concepts like enclothed cognition, dopamine dressing and identity expression. She also examines how psychology can drive a more sustainable fashion ecosystem, from consumer behaviour to biomimicry-inspired design. A must-read for anyone curious about the human side of fashion.

Dec 1, 20254 min read

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Smiling man in a suit and tie against a plain white background, displaying a cheerful and approachable demeanor.

Nature and the Five Ways to Wellbeing

In this deeply personal and reflective piece, PBI Founder Alan Bradshaw explores how nature has shaped his wellbeing throughout his life, from childhood flow states in quiet woods to using visualisation as part of Complex PTSD therapy today. He reflects on the Five Ways to Wellbeing and invites readers to consider how nature can become a powerful, everyday mental health resource.

Nov 23, 20257 min read

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Man in a pinstripe suit with a white shirt, neutral expression, against a plain white background. Clear, professional portrait.

Psychometrics and Personality: Who are we?

Wouldn’t it be great if people came with a list of ingredients? Or maybe a chart showing what they’re made of? That’s essentially what psychometrics aims to do, measure and make sense of what makes us human. From ancient philosophers to modern psychology, our fascination with personality has evolved into a science of traits, data, and insight. Whether it’s understanding how teams communicate, what drives leaders, or why some thrive under pressure while others withdraw, psych

Nov 9, 20254 min read

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Person in a black coat and blue scarf stands smiling in front of a black door with "32" and "Thirty Two" visible, conveying a cheerful mood.

From Unknown to Known: My First 100 Days with PBI

Sneha Tiwari shares her inspiring journey with the Psychology Business Incubator (PBI) — a community where psychologists, students, and wellbeing professionals come together to learn, collaborate, and grow. From joining her first Zoom call to discovering a sense of belonging, Sneha reflects on how connection, curiosity, and courage can open doors to creativity, confidence, and meaningful professional growth.

Oct 13, 20253 min read

Why Collaboration is the Secret Sauce for Psychology Entrepreneurs

Why Collaboration is the Secret Sauce for Psychology Entrepreneurs

Why Collaboration is the Secret Sauce for Psychology Entrepreneurs

Collaboration is the Secret Sauce

Aug 16, 20253 min read

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The views and opinions expressed in blog posts on the Psychology Business Incubator (PBI) website are those of the individual authors and contributors.

They do not necessarily reflect the official policy, position, or values of PBI, its directors, or its affiliated partners.

Content is shared for informational and reflective purposes only and should not be interpreted as professional, legal, or psychological advice.

Readers are encouraged to consider the context of each author’s experience and perspective when engaging with the material.

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