Editorial

Abstract

The author of this editorial is a new editor of the Journal of Applied Psychology and he begins his term with a short statement that lays out his vision for the Journal. In this editorial, he describes his plan to put what he has learned as associate editor into action. He also attempts to give prospective authors, reviewers, and editorial board members a sense of what he hopes to accomplish during his term as editor. This editorial begins with a brief discussion of what constitutes applied psychology. He then details the components of the perfect JAP article. He concludes by expanding on topics, methods, and approaches that are appropriate for this Journal. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2025 APA, all rights reserved)