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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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Consumer Behavior | Peer-Reviewed Research
How time and distance change how you feel about your hotel.
December 18
Mergers and Acquisitions | Peer-Reviewed Research
What happens to individual consumers when corporations boom?
December 11
Supply and Demand | Commentary
Oil supply and demand are hitting the same note.
December 04
Hiring | Peer-Reviewed Research
Slightly-to-moderately overqualified employees are more likely to reimagine their roles — and become indispensable contributors.
December 03
Language Trends | Mind Your Business
Why is the word “embattled” popping up in headlines everywhere?
November 28
Workplace Psychology | Peer-Reviewed Research
Research shows that anti-discrimination laws protecting gay, lesbian and bisexual workers’ rights work.
November 28
Customer Relations | Peer-Reviewed Research
Information technology has reshaped the way companies treat their customers.
November 14
After Harvey | Expert Opinion
How do we make the best decisions when it comes to a flood-damaged home?
November 12
Spending | Expert Opinion
How much is too much to spend on a piece of avocado toast?
November 06
