Nikhil Awasty
My research interests focus primarily on moods, emotions, teams, and leadership. My ongoing research on moods and emotions focuses on emotional regulation, shedding light on the subtle choices individuals make in managing their emotions during professional encounters. In the realm of teams and leadership, I examine the nuanced responses of leaders to dysfunctional team behaviors, such as intragroup conflicts. Equally, I've delved into how teams counter ineffectual leadership. Lately, I've embarked on an exploration of unconventional means by which individuals navigate work-related stress such as the potency of faith-based beliefs, the therapeutic nature of humor, and the subtle art of navigating tedious relationships.
Research Interests
- Emotion
- Happiness/well-being
- Leadership
- Groups & Teams
Courses Taught
- ADMN 575: Behavior in Organizations
Selected Publications
Young, H. R., Scott, B. A., Ferris, D. L., Lee, H. W., Awasty, N., & Johnson, R. E. (2023). Distances and directions: An emotional journey into the recovery process.. J Appl Psychol. doi:10.1037/apl0001122
Dishop, C. R., & Awasty, N. (n.d.). A Noisy Theory of Asking for Help That Explains why Many Feel Underwhelmed With the Help They Receive. Organizational Psychology Review, 204138662311531. doi:10.1177/20413866231153102
Scott, B. A., Awasty, N., Johnson, R. E., Matta, F. K., & Hollenbeck, J. R. (2020). Origins and Destinations, Distances and Directions: Accounting for the Journey in the Emotion Regulation Process. Academy of Management Review, 45(2), 423-446. doi:10.5465/amr.2017.0448
Sherf, E. N., Sinha, R., Tangirala, S., & Awasty, N. (2018). Centralization of member voice in teams: Its effects on expertise utilization and team performance.. J Appl Psychol, 103(8), 813-827. doi:10.1037/apl0000305