The Brain at Work

Abstract

This book chapter delves deep into the realm of organizational behaviour through the lenses of neuroscience, aiming to shed light on the convoluted relationship between the brain, behaviour, and organizational dynamics. The integration of neuroscience and organizational behaviour offers profound insights into understanding the underlying mechanisms driving human behaviour at the workplace. The foundation lies in establishing an extensive understanding of neuroscience principles and their relevance in shaping the organizational behaviour. Central to this exploration are the key brain areas such as the prefrontal cortex, amygdala, and hippocampus, each playing a prominent role in influencing employee choices, emotional responses, memory, and decision-making processes within an organizational setting. Additionally, neurotransmitters like dopamine and serotonin are examined for their impact on motivation, reward-seeking behaviour, mood regulation, and social interactions in the workplace. Building upon these foundational concepts, the chapter investigates the benefits of integrating neuroscience into organizational behaviour research and practice. Notably, it addresses the importance of understanding unconscious biases and their implications on decision-making processes, aiming to foster fairer and more equitable organizational environments. Moreover, the study explores how insights from neuroscience can optimize employee well-being, engagement, and workplace satisfaction by identifying neural mechanisms associated with stress, burnout, and work-life balance.