Diversity and Groups

This research volume provides a comprehensive examination of how individual traits, characteristics, and identities shape group dynamics, offering a multidisciplinary framework for understanding diversity's impact on organizational performance. Katherine W. Phillips synthesizes research across psychology, sociology, and business studies to explore how varied experiences and knowledge bases influence collective outcomes, moving beyond surface-level diversity metrics to examine the complex interplay of individual differences within team structures.

What distinguishes this work is its integrative approach to diversity research, connecting disparate disciplinary traditions to create a unified understanding of group composition effects. The book will particularly benefit organizational psychologists, HR professionals, and academic researchers seeking evidence-based insights into how diverse perspectives affect problem-solving, innovation, and decision-making processes. By bridging theoretical gaps across fields, this volume establishes a foundation for more sophisticated approaches to leveraging diversity for enhanced group effectiveness and organizational success.