# Steven Soares, Ph.D.

> Senior Lecturer at Northeastern University · Gallup-Certified Coach · Organizational Psychologist

Steven Soares, Ph.D., is a Senior Lecturer at Northeastern University's College of Professional Studies, specializing in leadership, organizational psychology, motivation, and well-being. He is a Gallup-Certified Strengths Coach with 20+ years of experience helping individuals and organizations integrate purpose, achievement, and well-being.

## Research Interests

- Human performance and its connection to well-being
- Self-determination within positive psychology
- Optimal motivation through resilience, performance, and well-being
- Leadership development and high-performing organizations

## Affiliations

- Northeastern University, College of Professional Studies — Senior Lecturer
- Northeastern University, Center for the Future of Higher Education and Talent Strategy — Research Affiliate
- Gallup — Certified Strengths Coach

## Education

- Ph.D. in Psychology (Organizational Psychology), Grand Canyon University
- M.S. Corporate & Organizational Communication, Northeastern University, 2012
- B.S. in Management, Northeastern University

## Expertise

- Leadership & Organizational Development
- Strategic Planning & Process Improvement
- Positive Psychology & Well-Being
- Coaching & Talent Development

## Contact & Links

- Website: https://stevensoares.lovable.app
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevensoares
- X (Twitter): https://x.com/stevenjsoares
- Instagram: https://instagram.com/stevenjsoares
- Email: s.soares@northeastern.edu