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Emerging Markets | Peer-Reviewed Research
In nascent markets, breakthrough products like clean cookstoves can save lives. But lasting impact does not come from donations. It comes from the “knowledge intermediaries” that build a market infrastructure to get these products into homes.
26 Sep
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CEO CompensationProfessor John Barry’s research offers a fresh perspective on executive compensation.12 Sep
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Work Motivation | Peer-Reviewed ResearchProfessor Mijeong Kwon’s research finds that loving your work can be valuable — but treating it as the only “right” reason to pursue a career can cause harm.29 Aug
Corporate Disclosures | Peer-Reviewed Research
In years with strong performance, corporate disclosures are more helpful for stock price discovery — in bad news years, not so much.
15 Aug
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Crisis Resilience | Peer-Reviewed ResearchNew research shows how to tap customer support when times get tough.31 Jul
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AI | Peer-Reviewed ResearchTools like ChatGPT can spark creativity at work — but only if employees think strategically.18 Jul
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Reputation Management | Peer-Reviewed Research
When a school’s reputation gets tarnished, alumni stay loyal.
April 09
Negotiations | Peer-Reviewed Research
Unpredictable negotiating behavior predictably leads to more concessions.
March 31
Acquisitions | Peer-Reviewed Research
Death of an independent director dampens acquisition fervor for CEOs left behind.
March 25
Corporate Governance | Peer-Reviewed Research
Firm liquidity is always good for corporate governance, right? Not so fast.
March 07
Customer Relations | Peer-Reviewed Research
Volatility in cash flow can create strong ripples in the capital market.
March 01
Workplace Communication | Mind Your Business
Business jargon: How to not communicate effectively.
February 27
Regulation | Commentary
Repealed rule would do nothing to end energy industry corruption.
February 23
Workplace Emotions | Peer-Reviewed Research
A leader who shows a human range of emotions during a product recall comes across as powerful.
February 14
Family-Owned Business | Peer-Reviewed Research
In a family firm, some things are worth more than money.
February 07
Global Business | Peer-Reviewed Research
State-owned enterprises need to closely analyze potential overseas investments.
February 04
