Organizational psychology is the scientific study of employees, workplaces, and organizations. An organizational psychologist contributes by improving workplaces, employee satisfaction and motivation, and overall productivity. Key areas of organizational psychology include training and development, performance management, work-life balance, and organizational development. Organizational psychologists use psychological principles to solve workplace problems and improve quality of life by studying productivity, management, and employee work styles. They work in industries, government, universities, and consulting firms and assist with personnel selection, policy planning, and ongoing professional development.