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Erin Eatough, PhD

Sr. Insights Manager
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Dr. Erin Eatough is an occupational health psychologist who has published research on employee well-being in over 30 outlets such as the Journal of Applied Psychology and has been featured in media outlets such as Harvard Business Review. Erin currently serves BetterUp in translating data to insight and helps to bring the science of BetterUp to life through content marketing. Erin received her Ph.D. in Industrial-Organizational Psychology from the University of South Florida.

Before BetterUp, Erin was a professor of Industrial and Organizational Psychology. She lives in Alexandria, VA with her husband and two young children. When not working, you can find her and her family on adventures in their tiny home on wheels, a converted Sprinter van.

Latest posts by Erin Eatough, PhD
7 min read | August 23, 2022

Understanding locus of control is key to harnessing happiness

Our research reveals that the way people view the amount of control they have in their lives can drastically impact their level of happiness. Read More
Well-being
15 min read | August 18, 2022

Here’s how identifying your stress triggers can help you to relax

A guide on learning how stress triggers impact our mental and physical health, as well as where they come from. Read More
Productivity
16 min read | August 16, 2022

Difficulty concentrating and what might be the cause

Wondering why you have difficulty concentrating? Learn what causes your lack of focus, and what you can do to address it at work and in your personal life. Read More
Well-being
18 min read | August 16, 2022

Use these mindfulness skills to boost your health and well-being

Mindfulness skills can help you cope in a world rife with uncertainty. Here’s how to unlock your inner zen. Read More
Well-being
15 min read | August 13, 2022

Here are 10 stressor examples and proof that you can manage them

Being aware of these stressor examples can help you take back some control and cut out the negativity in your life. Read More
Research & Insights
9 min read | August 11, 2022

With hybrid work on the rise, employers gain new opportunity to support employees

Hybrid work has become the preferred arrangement in the post-pandemic era, but it's not without its challenges. Here's how employers can make it work. Read More
Collaboration
15 min read | August 8, 2022

What is a long-term goal and how can I achieve it?

Learn what a long-term goal is and how it can benefit your future to start setting them. Plus, discover what the neutral zone is and how you can fight it. Read More
Professional Development
17 min read | August 8, 2022

What are adaptability skills? 8 tips to shine in the face of adversity

What are adaptability skills? Improve your resilience with these eight tips. Read More
Collaboration
15 min read | August 5, 2022

A guide for using motivation to achieve goals

Wondering how motivation helps in achieving goals? We’ve got you covered. Here’s what you should know about this powerful pairing. Read More
Professional Development
17 min read | August 4, 2022

How to stay motivated: 17 tips that will bring you closer to your goals

Wondering how to stay motivated? Here’s our guide to help you keep your spirits up by moving forward. Read More
Leadership & Management
10 min read | July 27, 2022

All you need to know about being a good manager

Leadership is all about inspiring your team. With these tips, you can take your management skills to the next level. Read More
Research & Insights
6 min read | July 21, 2022

The new skill set needed to succeed in the hybrid workplace

While they have always been critical for in the workplace, hybrid arrangements make soft skills even more valuable Read More
Leadership & Management
19 min read | July 20, 2022

What is Agile methodology and how does it work?

What is Agile methodology? Learn how this approach to project management can help your team become more efficient and adapt to changing business needs. Read More
Research & Insights
6 min read | July 19, 2022

Managers are falling for this cognitive bias when giving performance reviews

Data reveals that the proximity bias can influence managers to view their in-person employees more favorably than remote and hybrid workers. Read More