Clocking In: The Psychology of Work
Clocking In: The Psychology of Work is a Greenwood book about the psychological effects and roles of work. It addresses job satisfaction, workplace stress, career change, and work-life balance through research, real-world scenarios, and scholarly essays on work in America.
At a glance
- Covers job satisfaction, workplace stress, work-life balance, and changes in jobs and careers.
- Describes work's social and personal roles as well as its potential strain.
- The listing says content draws on classical theory and contemporary research, with real-world scenarios and scholarly essays.
Reference price: $44.00
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
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Pros
- The subject spans both benefits of work, such as social connection and self-worth, and burdens including stress and difficulty balancing work with personal life.
- Examples and scholarly essays are described alongside accessible explanations, offering more than a purely abstract overview.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Greenwood |
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| Publication date | April 2, 2018 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 216 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1440850038 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1440850035 |
| Weight listed | 1.15 pounds |
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| Dimensions | 6.14 x 0.56 x 9.21 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers seeking an accessible introduction to the psychology of work and careers.
- Students or general readers interested in workplace stress, job satisfaction, and work-life balance.
- Readers looking for discussion of work in America that includes research and real-world scenarios.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a practical workbook or specific workplace advice. The listing describes an explanatory book, not an exercise-based guide.
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Frequently asked questions
What topics does Clocking In cover?
The listing describes coverage of job satisfaction, workplace stress, work-life balance, and changing jobs and careers.
How does the book present its subject?
It is described as combining accessible explanations based on classical theory and contemporary research with real-world scenarios and scholarly essays.
How long is the listed edition?
The listing gives a print length of 216 pages.
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