If you enjoyed Dr. Lynda’s Gratitude Economy Talk, here are the links she promised!

Some links to the science on Positivity and Purpose in business:

These studies highlight the critical role of trust in consumer purchasing decisions.

1. "Positive Intelligence" by Shawn Achor (Harvard Business Review, 2012): This article discusses how happiness precedes success, highlighting that happy employees are more productive, creative, and better at problem-solving than their unhappy peers.
   Harvard Business School Publishing

2. "Employee Well-being, Productivity, and Firm Performance: Evidence and Case Studies" (Harvard Business School, 2018): This research explores the relationship between employee well-being and organizational performance, indicating that positive emotions can enhance creativity and organizational citizenship.
   Harvard Business School

3. "Improve Productivity and Success with 5 'Positivity' Habits" (Wharton School, 2014): This publication outlines how gratitude and other positive habits can rewire the brain, leading to improved productivity and success in business settings.
   Wharton Executive Education

4. "Employee Engagement: Making a Difference" by Adam Grant (Wharton School, 2020): This article emphasizes the importance of employee engagement and how fostering a positive work environment can significantly boost motivation and productivity.
   Knowledge at Wharton

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1. "Does Happiness Promote Career Success?"

1. Authors: Sonja Lyubomirsky, Laura King, Ed Diener

2. Published in: Psychological Bulletin, 2005

3. Summary: This study found that individuals with positive emotions are more likely to secure job interviews, receive positive evaluations from supervisors, and exhibit superior performance and productivity. Positive emotions drive behaviors that reinforce professional success.

1. "Personal Goal Realisation in Entrepreneurs: A Multilevel Analysis of the Role of Affect and Positive Orientation"

1. Authors: Małgorzata Laguna, Guido Alessandri, Gian Vittorio Caprara

2. Published in: Applied Psychology, 2016

3. Summary: Entrepreneurs with a positive orientation achieve greater satisfaction, realize personal goals more effectively, and show enhanced commitment to their careers. This study highlights the psychological resources necessary for entrepreneurial success.

1. "The Benefits of Frequent Positive Affect: Does Happiness Lead to Success?"

1. Authors: Sonja Lyubomirsky, Laura King, Ed Diener

2. Published in: Psychological Bulletin, 2005

3. Summary: This research reveals that frequent positive emotions foster behaviors such as sociability, altruism, and effective coping, which significantly contribute to professional and personal success.

1. "Positive Mindset and Entrepreneurial Outcomes: The Magical Contributions of Psychological Capital and Autonomy"

1. Authors: Małgorzata Laguna, Guido Alessandri, Gian Vittorio Caprara

2. Published in: Journal of Economic Psychology, 2018

3. Summary: Entrepreneurs with high levels of psychological capital and autonomy report higher income, greater satisfaction, and stronger commitment to their work. This study emphasizes the critical role of a positive psychological state in driving business success.