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Erin Eatough, PhD

Director, Labs – Go-to-Market
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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
17 min read | June 7, 2023

Character references: 4 tips for a successful recommendation letter

Character references speak to your personality and tell hiring managers who you are. Here’s how to choose a reference and what a letter should include. Read More
Consumer
16 min read | May 29, 2023

The best jobs for journalism graduates

Working in journalism lets you use your creativity and share compelling stories with the world. Here are some of the best jobs for journalism graduates. Read More
Professional Development
13 min read | May 24, 2023

How to give negative feedback to a manager, with examples

A healthy relationship between you and your manager starts with open conversations. Here are examples of negative feedback to a manager and how to give it. Read More
Well-being
18 min read | May 23, 2023

14 self-help books for every challenge

Self-help books provide the insight you need to face challenges and take control. Here are 14 must-read titles for self-improvement. Read More
Well-being
18 min read | May 23, 2023

Cell phone addiction: Is it time to change your habits?

A cell phone addiction is hard to spot when smartphones are necessary for daily life. Here’s how to identify and squash unhealthy habits. Read More
Well-being
18 min read | May 17, 2023

15 red flags in a relationship to look out for

Learn how to identify and deal with red flags in a relationship. Our guide helps you spot red and yellow flags, know the difference, and set boundaries. Read More
Professional Development
17 min read | May 16, 2023

How to get inspired: 15 ideas to help you reach your potential

Wondering how to get inspired? Here are 15 ideas to try if you’re struggling to kick-start the creative process. Read More
Professional Development
20 min read | May 15, 2023

What is networking and why is it so important?

With these tools, you’ll see why networking is so important, what networking is, and how to make strides on your career path by making new connections. Read More
Consumer
15 min read | May 10, 2023

Upward communication: What is it? 5 examples

Upward communication encourages valuable feedback and ideas from the bottom up. Here are 8 steps to do it right. Read More
Employee Experience
14 min read | May 10, 2023

The 2023 current unemployment rate and what it means

Every month, the Bureau of Labor Statistics releases the current unemployment rate and other job market data. Here’s how to interpret them. Read More
Well-being
22 min read | May 8, 2023

10 tips to set goals and achieve them

Knowing how to set goals and achieve them is an important process. Goal setting is powerful for creating motivation and giving clarity. Here’s why. Read More
Professional Development
17 min read | May 8, 2023

Why is there a labor shortage? 5 ways it could impact you

Why is there a labor shortage? Learn what a labor shortage actually is and how you can safeguard your business and career path. Read More
Consumer
15 min read | April 29, 2023

9 jobs you can get with an economics degree

With so many jobs you can get with an economics degree, it might be difficult to choose. Here are nine positions to get you started. Read More
Well-being
15 min read | April 28, 2023

Why am I so easily overwhelmed? Causes and useful techniques

Curious about why you feel easily overwhelmed? Discover what causes you to feel overwhelmed, its consequences, and how you can work through your feelings. Read More