Before earning her doctorate, Dr. Alyssa Liang launched and led businesses in China and Singapore — an entrepreneurial journey that sparked her interest in the psychology of business management. These real-world experiences continue to shape both her research and teaching approach.Dr. Liang’s research focuses on the psychological aspect of entrepreneurship (e.g., founder characteristics and funding biases) as well as the impact of dark personality traits in the workplace.She has extensive experience teaching and consulting on topics such as developing an entrepreneurial mindset, leading high-performing teams, and exercising power and influence effectively within organizations. Through her work, she aims to equip individuals with evidence-based insights and practical tools to navigate organizational complexity and lead thoughtfully.