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Corporate Social Activism | Peer-Reviewed Research
Companies often avoid using a “collective action frame” in their messaging until after a controversial issue is legally and politically settled.
27 Jun
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Forecasting | Peer-Reviewed ResearchNew research reveals how overreliance on past earnings skews corporate forecasts — and what can be done about it.13 Jun
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Institutional Crisis | Peer-Reviewed ResearchIn the wake of scandal, organizations face a critical question: who will stay committed and who will leave? The answer depends largely on what type of institutional events people attend — and how far the scandal spreads.30 May
Policy | Peer-Reviewed Research
A “permissive governance” policy is empowering financial advisers to fight the exploitation of older Americans.
16 May
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Entrepreneurship | Peer-Reviewed ResearchStartups that lose a founder are much less likely to pivot to new industries — a vulnerability that becomes even more dangerous during economic downturns.2 May
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Data Analysis | Peer-Reviewed ResearchGoogle search trends can forecast retail sales up to three quarters ahead — giving investors, analysts and policymakers an early glimpse into consumer demand.17 Apr
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Workplace | Features
How to be a good friend to your Black colleagues during traumatic times.
September 09
Investing | Peer-Reviewed Research
Why investors are attracted to the number zero.
September 09
Food Industry | Mind Your Business
Who gets to decide what we call a patty-shaped thing between buns?
August 12
Investing | Peer-Reviewed Research
Can a few details transform your earnings forecast?
August 10
Communications | Mind Your Business
What do we owe the people who reach out to us?
July 13
Managing Volatility | Peer-Reviewed Research
Why do some companies thrive in a volatile market?
July 12
Customer Satisfaction | Peer-Reviewed Research
Why customer satisfaction makes or breaks a firm.
June 08
Strategy | Peer-Reviewed Research
The payoff of agreements that benefit communities.
June 02
Reputation Management | Peer-Reviewed Research
After a scandal, where do clients go next?
May 18