Peter A. Heslin

Professor Peter A. Heslin is a Professor of Management at UNSW Business School and an Academic Fellow at Warrane College. He holds a Scientia Education Fellowship and is a Registered Psychologist. His research focuses on learning agility, leadership development, career success, and well-being, particularly through the lens of mindset theory. He pioneered studies on organizational growth mindsets and authored the most cited sole-authored article on career success. His work often bridges theory and practice, addressing challenges in employee engagement, sustainable careers, and recovery from stress.

Education: B.A. (Hons), M.Psych (Applied), PhD in Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management.

Research Interests: He explores how mindsets influence career trajectories, leadership effectiveness, and organizational behavior. Key themes include learning mode dynamics, resilience, and the role of situational cues in shaping career outcomes. His recent work examines successful aging and the impact of growth mindsets on entrepreneurial actions.

Publications: Over 50 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters, including influential works on goal-setting, career resilience, and mindset interventions. His research spans outlets like Journal of Vocational Behavior, Entrepreneurship: Theory and Practice, and Organizational Dynamics.

Awards: Elected Chair of the Academy of Management Careers Division (2020–present), Scientia Education Fellow (UNSW Sydney).

Advising & Grants: Collaborates with institutions like the Army Research Institute on mindset applications in professional development. His work emphasizes practical interventions for organizations and individuals.

Labs/Teams: Leads interdisciplinary teams at UNSW, focusing on career psychology and leadership development. Key collaborations include partnerships with Lauren Keating and Sue Ashford on mindset dynamics.