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Social Ventures | Peer-Reviewed Research
For social ventures rooted in marginalized communities, sharing that origin story can make it harder to attract customers beyond those groups. The reason? Fear of stigma transfer.
21 Nov
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Financial Markets | Peer-Reviewed ResearchA new study finds that “look-ahead bias” makes trading strategies appear highly profitable in published research, even though they fail in the real world.7 Nov
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Credit & Lending | Peer-Reviewed ResearchEveryday retail purchases can help banks identify trustworthy borrowers who lack traditional credit histories, expanding access to credit for millions of unbanked people worldwide.24 Oct
Customer-Based Strategy | Peer-Reviewed Research
Hiring a dedicated customer liaison can steer teams toward stronger collaboration and higher product adoption.
10 Oct
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Emerging Markets | Peer-Reviewed ResearchIn 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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Data Breaches | Peer-Reviewed Research
Outsourcing a security increase can make company data more vulnerable, rather than less.
April 23
Donation Behavior | Expert Opinion
As the list of customer metrics grow, which ones indicates financial growth, and which are just a fad?
April 18
Energy Economics | Commentary
The shale industry is in the 3rd inning, but many factors will determine how the game plays out.
April 16
Nonprofit Management | Expert Opinion
What for-profit businesses can teach nonprofits about customer satisfaction.
April 15
Corporate Political Influence | Peer-Reviewed Research
How should corporations involve themselves in politics — if at all?
April 12
Customer Satisfaction | Expert Opinion
Don't get distracted by the gleam of customer loyalty and forget the real goal: customer satisfaction.
April 11
Research | Peer-Reviewed Research
Innovation is the engine of business. But how much do researchers really know about it?
April 09
Negotiations | Expert Opinion
How a dignified display of ire can add a positive glow to negotiations.
April 09
Pricing | Expert Opinion
How to raise prices without driving away customers.
April 03
Psychology | Peer-Reviewed Research
How living abroad can clarify your sense of self.
April 02
