Today, we’re thrilled to welcome Dr. Danielle King, a leading voice in the field of resilience and an associate professor of Industrial and Organizational Psychology at Rice University.

Dr. King is the Principal Investigator of the WorKing Resilience Research Laboratory, where she explores topics like employee resilience, thriving, and workplace dynamics. Her groundbreaking work has been featured in top academic journals and major outlets like Harvard Business Review. A recipient of prestigious awards, including the APA Achievement Award for Early Career Psychologists and an NSF Career Award, Dr. King is shaping the future of resilience research and practice.

In this episode, we’ll dive into her fascinating research journey and unpack the science of resilience—what it is, why it matters, and how we can all build it in our lives. From overcoming adversity to thriving in high-pressure environments, Dr. King’s insights are as practical as they are profound.

Whether you’re navigating personal challenges or leading teams through uncertainty, this conversation will leave you with strategies and inspiration to foster resilience in yourself and others.

Let’s get started!

The Leading Owls Podcast is hosted and produced by the Doerr Institute for New Leaders.
Edited by: Blake C. Hollaway

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