Internet Psychologist
The latest articles from Internet Psychologist and Business Academic, Graham Jones
Yesterday, my son was chatting with me during a break from his online work. He said, “I really like my new boss.” Apparently, this manager encourages all staff to prioritise work-life balance. He believes people are most productive when they are not working flat out. He is right. Earlier this year, one human resources magazinepointed out … Read more
If you were the Prime Minister, I doubt you would choose to make the most important announcement of your year standing in the pouring rain getting drenched. Whatever your political leanings, I suspect you reckon that Rishi Sunak looked a complete drip when he announced the UK would go to the polls on 4th July. … Read more
Today is “International Museum Day,” and I suspect the folk down at South Kensington, the home of several museums in London, will be celebrating. Of the world’s top five most visited museums, three are in London, with the Natural History Museum at the top. But I have an idea that the people responsible for the … Read more
It hardly seems a year since the excitement of having the Eurovision Song Contest hosted in Liverpool. Well, here we are 12 months later, and there is no less excitement in the Jones household even though the competition has moved on to Malmo, Sweden. Tonight, I’ll be one of the 200 million people watching the … Read more
With Artificial Intelligence (AI) becoming increasingly prevalent in various aspects of our lives, it is a good idea to delve into the psychological mechanisms that underpin its development and application. Understanding how AI interacts with human behaviour, emotions, and decision-making processes can shape the way we design, regulate, and utilise this powerful technology. Psychologists play … Read more
Millions of people did not wake up for work this week because Apple failed to make the alarm on their iPhones work correctly. This is not good news for the company, which reported a record fall in sales this week for the past year. I am fond of telling people that, one day, Apple will … Read more
Last night, I watched the satirical TV panel show “Have I Got News For You?” which showed a clip that had me chuckling. It was the Fox News presenter Jesse Watters suggesting that Donald Trump’s trial was unfair because the judge was making the defendant sit down all day. No, it’s not a joke. April … Read more
If you are a “Swifty”, strap in, I am going to upset you. The other day, Taylor Swift’s new album was “leaked” online with the sharing of a Google Drive folder containing 17 tracks. When I heard this news, I thought, “Oh goodness me. That old trick. Can’t they think of anything new?” At this … Read more
Today is “Grand National Day” in the UK. It is the time of year when millions of people with no experience in analysing horse racing place a bet. The Grand National Meeting in Aintree, Liverpool, is expected to receive £500m in bets this year. However, as Coral’s analysis of the last 20 races shows, most … Read more
I have a confession to make. I have stolen property in my house. I know because I stole it. Besides, the object itself makes it obvious it is stolen. The offending item is a small hand towel that I took from a hotel. Embroidered into the corner is the phrase “Stolen from Pennyhill Park”. That’s … Read more
Intriguingly, even though artificial intelligence (AI) is not new, it has suddenly sparked a revolution in how we think and behave, permeating every aspect of our daily lives. From personalised recommendations on streaming platforms to targeted advertisements on social media, AI algorithms constantly influence our decisions and shape our perceptions. Historical Perspectives How artificial intelligence … Read more
The UK company that provides a quarter of the population – including me – with drinking water is in trouble. “Thames Water” is on the verge of collapse after shareholders refused to provide extra cash to the debt-ridden firm. There is a real chance that the Government will have to step in and take over … Read more
With the rapid advancement of technology, artificial intelligence (AI) has seamlessly integrated into our daily lives, revolutionising how we interact with machines. From virtual assistants like Siri to the emergence of self-driving cars, AI has become an indispensable part of modern society. Understanding the psychological implications of this widespread adoption is crucial for shaping our … Read more
I am running the risk this week of being disciplined at work. If my boss reads this (and she often does) she will discover I have done something naughty. Recently, I posted a picture on social media of her speaking at a conference. But before I uploaded the image, I “enhanced” it. My phone has … Read more
British history buffs will know that it is 490 years ago today that Henry VIII severed ties with the Roman Catholic Church, setting up the Church of England. The sole reason for doing this was so that he could rid himself of his wife, Katherine of Aragon. The Pope would not grant Henry an annulment … Read more