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AI | Organizational Behavior
GenAI may give users an early boost in creativity, but lasting gains require effective augmented learning through a more active form of human-AI collaboration called “idea co-development.”
24 Apr
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Voter Behavior | Organizational BehaviorNew research finds that trust in others — not just political ideology — shapes who wants a strong-arm leader.10 Apr
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Interpersonal Dynamics | MarketingWhen other people disclose a success or failure, we often respond in kind, or hold back, depending on what seems likely to protect their feelings.27 Mar
CEO Compensation | Accounting
When companies break loan terms, boards adjust CEO pay to focus on stabilizing finances.
6 Mar
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Discrimination | Organizational BehaviorNew research shows that people rely on mental prototypes when discerning racial discrimination in the workplace — and Asian Americans are less likely to fit that template.20 Feb
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Startups | StrategyIn startup accelerator programs, gender diversity alone doesn’t engage investors — what matters more is that founder and mentor teams align in their gender composition.6 Feb
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Small Business | More
An adored small business goes on the block, and no buyers care.
January 08
Healthcare | More
Could the MD/MBA be a first step in healing a broken health care system?
January 07
Investment Banking | Finance
Long-term relationships between investors and underwriters influence pricing and trading.
January 07
Workplace Discrimination | Organizational Behavior
Research shows that obese men face subtle but consequential discrimination in retail settings — both as job seekers and as customers.
December 14
Business Partnerships | Strategy
The strongest business alliances are built not just on strategic fit but on trust, informal ties and ongoing relationship work.
December 14
Rethinking SEC Rules | Accounting
Before Reg FD, select traders could buy early access to corporate press releases through the financial media. Research shows that head start moved markets long before ordinary investors saw the news.
December 13
Workplace Psychology | Organizational Behavior
Why Managers Need Mindful Workers
December 04
Client Management | Organizational Behavior
How clueless clients can hurt your business — and how to enlighten them.
November 30
Virtual Communities | Marketing
Both firm-sponsored and consumer-driven online communities offer value to businesses.
November 17
Mergers and Acquisitions | Marketing
Conventional wisdom says companies must choose between cutting costs and keeping customers happy. Research shows that in a merger, doing both at once isn’t just possible — it's the only way to win.
November 14
