Nicole Celestine, Ph.D.

About Nicole

Nicole Celestine, Ph.D., brings together insights from psychology, organizational behavior, and spirituality to help people shape their lives from a deep knowledge of the self.

Known for her clarity and precision, Nicole weaves scientific knowledge with systems thinking to spark transformative ‘aha!’ moments and designs tools that elevate work cultures, creating lasting impact for both employees and the communities they serve.

Outside her work, Nicole enjoys pushing her limits at yoga, seeking out sunlit corners for reflection, and immersing herself in thought-provoking books.

A Personal Message From Nicole

Much of who we are winds up clouded by the troubles of our past, which haunt us like ghosts in the present. Anything I write, I do so hoping to help clear those clouds, revealing your true self, the sunshine that never left, and the boundless adventure of your life that lie ahead.

Work Experience

• 2022-present – Research Associate at the University of Western Australia Business School
• 2019-2022 – Community Manager at PositivePsychology.com
• 2017-2019 – Research Assistant at the Curtin University Future of Work Institute
• 2016-2018 – Teaching Assistant at the University of Western Australia Business School

First- and Second-Author Publications

• Yeo, G., Celestine, N. A., Parker, S. K., To, M., & Hirst, G. (2024). A neurocognitive framework of attention and creativity: Maximizing usefulness and novelty via directed and undirected pathways. Journal of Organizational Behavior, 45(6), 912-934.
• Celestine, N. A., & Yeo, G. (2021). Having some fun with it: A theoretical review and typology of activity-based play-at-work. Journal of Organizational Behavior, 42(2), 252-268.
• Hirst, G., Yeo, G., Celestine, N. A., Lin, S-Y., & Richardson, A. (2020). It’s not just action but also about reflection: Taking stock of agency research to develop a future research agenda. Australian Journal of Management, 45(3), 376-401.
• Celestine, N. A., Leighton, C., & Perryer, C. (2020). A multifocal and integrative view of the influencers of ethical attitudes using qualitative configurational analysis. Journal of Business Ethics, 162, 103-122.
• Celestine, N. A., & Perryer, C. (2016). The impact of national cultural values on intrinsic motivation to transfer tacit knowledge. International Journal of Knowledge Management, 12(4), 1-19.
• Perryer, C., Celestine, N. A., Scott-Ladd, B., & Leighton, C. (2016). Enhancing workplace motivation through gamification: Transferrable lessons from pedagogy. International Journal of Management Education, 14(3), 327-335.