Work culture is always undergoing change. The qoute that I highlighted undermines this premise. As we read throughout chapter 1, we learn about the vast differences of I/O Psychology throughout history and in different parts of the globe. For instance, we can evaluate gender differences through 1985-2003. Although this time frame may seem small in the context of our planet's history, we can actually observe a huge shift in the amount of women who entered the field of I/O Psychology, which doubled! Or, perhaps we can observe how the Civil Rights Act of 1964 affected work culture. As this ended employment discrimination, we can think about how diversity brought about so many new and fresh ideas to various work spaces. I/O Psychology is not the ultimate answer to solve all problems, but we can use it as an aid in changing our perspective and approach in workplace challenges. Whether it’s addressing issues of equity, enhancing collaboration, or improving employee well-being, I/O Psychology helps us navigate the complexities of an evolving work culture.

Being introduced to the concept of I/O Psychology is crucial as it pertains to a vast amount of industries. As mentioned earlier in the reading, it extends beyond HR or hiring/firing employees. It offers a helping hand in addressing concerns and implementing changes that benefits employees. I chose to annotate the statement highlighted because it made me realize that although I am at the start of my career and may be at an entry level job, there are so many ways that I/O Psychology can benefit even my own workplace. By analyzing my own personal circumstances, I can figure out a solution to become a more productive coworker. Translating this to the reading, the scenario that highlights medical accidents and mistakes in operating rooms really resonated with me. For my future career, I want to be able to contribute to the safety culture of hospitals. Although I may be a server in a restaurant at this point in my career, I can utilize theories and practices such as the scientist-practioner model to understand my own workplace dynamic and improve my own contribution towards my team. As I progress in my career and move closer towards my goal of working in healthcare, the principles of I/O Psychology will be extremely helpful for me.