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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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Worker Well-Being | Peer-Reviewed Research
Research on worker well-being is usually more about the company than the worker.
April 30
Technology | Peer-Reviewed Research
How a Rice Business professor found a life-saving technology.
April 30
Customer Service | Peer-Reviewed Research
Customer narratives boost service, prompt innovation and feed a healthy corporate culture.
April 29
Gig Economy | News Feed
Grit Grocery was conceived by a Rice Business student while taking classes.
April 28
Marketing | Expert Opinion
Buying American is not just a matter of price and quality.
April 19
Competition | Peer-Reviewed Research
What happens when food trucks mix business, peer pressure and high standards?
April 18
Peer-to-Peer Lending | Peer-Reviewed Research
Personal narratives in loan applications — however unverifiable — can sway lenders, lower interest rates, and even predict repayment behavior.
April 18
Workplace | Peer-Reviewed Research
What happens when the person providing your service feels empowered?
April 16
Reputation | Commentary
How United got in a PR mess. And how it could get out.
April 11
Conversations | News Feed
A conversation with Alison Weaver, Executive Director of the new Moody Center for The Arts.
April 03
