Anna Erickson is an accomplished Industrial-Organizational Psychologist with over 25 years of experience dedicated to enhancing organizational effectiveness through a people-centric approach. Currently serving as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at St. Olaf College, Anna teaches undergraduate courses in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, where she emphasizes...
Anna Erickson is an accomplished Industrial-Organizational Psychologist with over 25 years of experience dedicated to enhancing organizational effectiveness through a people-centric approach. Currently serving as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at St. Olaf College, Anna teaches undergraduate courses in Industrial and Organizational Psychology, where she emphasizes the practical implications of behavioral science research in workplace settings. Her curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between theory and practice, equipping students with the skills necessary to navigate the complexities of human behavior in organizational contexts.
In her role, Anna is deeply involved in key projects that focus on employee engagement, leadership development, and talent management. She leverages her extensive expertise in executive assessment and feedback coaching to guide students in understanding the importance of effective personnel selection and the nuances of 360-degree feedback systems. Anna’s commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement is evident in her approach to succession management and employee retention strategies, where she integrates HR analytics to drive data-informed decisions.
Her specialties, including coaching, job analysis, and team building, are not only theoretical concepts but are also grounded in real-world applications, making her classes highly relevant for aspiring HR professionals. Anna’s passion for culture change and human capital development inspires her students to think critically about the role of psychology in enhancing workplace dynamics. Through her mentorship, she aims to cultivate the next generation of leaders who will champion employee well-being and organizational success.
