Practicing vs. Research Organizational Psychologists

Although the roles of practicing and research organizational psychologists vary as to what aspects of the organization they directly affect they are both in it for the long-term success and growth of the organization. The day to day organizational functions that include recommendations to management on personnel issues, hiring strategies and staff productivity are handled by the practicing organizational psychologist. In contrast, those aspects of the organization that pertain to future strategies and recommended procedures for future growth and staying competitive and relevant to their customers are tasks done by research organizational psychologists.