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​​Using state-of-the-art methodology, we use program evaluation to promote evidence based-interventions and policies fostering workforce development. 

We use quantitative and mixed methods to answer the following questions: 
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  • Which programs are the most effective to address the targeted outcomes? 
  • Is the program at hand effective in achieving the desired results?
  • Do program effects vary across subgroups of individuals? 
  • What are the best implementation strategies and effective delivery systems to meet the needs of diverse populations?
  • How does the program achieve its effect? Through which mechanisms? What are the successful components of the program? What components are counterproductive and should be revised or deleted?
  • ​If the program is not found to be effective, what were the obstacles? How can we address them?
  • Is the program well-implemented? What challenges and opportunities existed during the implementation phase? What were the barriers/facilitators to implementation of program activities?​
  • Which optimization strategies can be used to make the program cost- and outcome-effective?

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Towards Optimized Effectiveness of Organizational Training Programs: A Meta-Analysis Study on Delivery Features

In this meta-analysis study, we investigate under which delivery features (training method, training type, intensity, duration, presence of feedback and practice) organizational training programs targeting career development and well-being achieve the most effective results.
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What Predicts Better Engagement at Work? Implications for Policy and Intervention
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An increasing body of literature shows that recovery from work via off-job activities mitigate the negative effects of work stress. Using a daily-diary study design, we examined the effect of different types of off-job activities performed in the evening on reattachment to work and work engagement the next day. We discuss the implications of results in terms of policies and interventions targeting occupational health and well-being.
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​Empowering Women and Reducing Gender Gap in Leadership

In this ongoing series of experiments, we test whether two brief social psychological interventions which were successful in decreasing gender gap in academic achievement in STEM fields work in the leadership context. We measure participants’ outcome performance in a virtual environment setting. 
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