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Study Finds Personality Matters When Choosing Effective Leaders

28 September 2026

A new study from Michigan State University suggests that the personality traits that help people rise into leadership positions are not necessarily the same qualities that make them effective once they get there. The findings…

A Great Manager Can Be a Team’s Greatest Asset

6 June 2026

A new international study published in The Quarterly Journal of Economics suggests that a good manager can be just as…

Negative emotions on the job aren’t always harmful—empathetic leadership matters most

4 April 2026

During a widespread crisis, negative emotions do not simply disappear when the workday begins. Employees carry worry, fear, and uncertainty…

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Management

The Hidden Career Costs of Workplace Climate Activism

8 September 2026

Employees who champion climate action within large professional services firms may see career benefits, but mainly when their efforts align with business priorities, according to research from the University of Bath and Leuphana University of…

Study Finds Improved Shelf Strategies Can Increase Retail Profitability and Cut Food Waste by Over 20%

6 March 2026

Grocery retailers can significantly cut food waste without investing in new technologies or relying on shoppers to change their habits.…

Research Suggests Strict Crisis Rules Can Slow Effective Response

3 March 2026

A study carried out by Carlos III University of Madrid (UC3M) argues that successful performance in crisis and emergency contexts…

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Consumer Behaviour

Short but Powerful: ‘Micro Ads’ Drive Engagement and Customer Response

10 October 2026

In an age of shrinking attention spans and fast-moving social media feeds, advertisers may not need more time to win over consumers. New research suggests that advertisements lasting just 10 seconds or less can generate…

Consumers Associate Shorter Shelf Life with Healthier, More Natural Foods: UBC Research

7 October 2026

Nutrition experts have long warned about the health risks associated with eating too many ultra-processed foods, including obesity, cardiovascular disease…

Environmental Concerns Fail to Stop Shoppers from Buying Fast Fashion

2 October 2026

New research from RMIT University suggests that environmental awareness alone may not be enough to stop consumers from buying ultra-fast…

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Human Resources

Knowing How to Use AI Does Not Guarantee Equal Opportunities

13 October 2026

Artificial intelligence is transforming the workplace, promising new opportunities for jobseekers equipped with the right digital skills. But can learning to use AI help overcome longstanding barriers to employment? New research suggests that while AI…