corporations
A recent study published in the Strategic Management Journal demonstrates that the appointment of an immigrant CEO can significantly reduce the occurrence of corporate social…
Survey Suggests Companies Benefit from Staying Out of Political Controversies
While customers often appreciate companies that share their values, less is known about how they respond when businesses take explicit positions on politically divisive topics.…
From Boardroom to Battlefield: CEOs Turn Activist After Exit
Few phrases are as likely to send shivers down a CEO’s spine as “activist shareholder.” In recent years, investment firms like Elliott Investment Management have…
Viral Resignations? Recent Study by USF Associates Staff Departures with Colleague Influence
A recent collaborative study by the University of South Florida and the University of Cincinnati reveals how workplace cohorts substantially influence newcomer retention, providing essential…
Strengthening Shareholder Oversight: Insights from Corporate Governance Changes in Japan
Shareholders play a vital role in corporate governance by casting votes on crucial decisions within the companies they invest in. To enhance transparency and accountability,…
Escaping the Mediocrity Trap in the Workplace
Confidence, persistence, and ingenuity are traditionally viewed as quintessential traits for success in the workplace. Conventional wisdom upholds these qualities as the bedrock of professional…
Recent Research Investigates the Impact of Cultural Norms on Worldwide Entrepreneurship
A recent investigation by Valentina A. Assenova and Raphael Amit from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, uncovers the significant role of cultural tightness and…
Oversized Corporations Hinder Economic Progress
Recent studies indicate that the U.S. economy has been underperforming for the last two decades, with corporations investing a smaller portion of their profits into…
Are A-B Tests Misleading Market Researchers and Online Advertisers? New Research Suggests They Might
Researchers at Southern Methodist University and the University of Michigan have released a study in the Journal of Marketing that scrutinises the A-B testing of…
Does a Mid-Career Crisis Truly Exist? New Study Reveals Job Satisfaction Dips and Rises in a U-Shaped Curve Solely Among Highly Skilled Employees
Contrary to the widespread belief that the mid-career crisis affects everyone, recent research highlights that only managerial and professional workers experience a U-shaped trajectory in…
Recent Study Reveals How External Competitions Influence Teamwork in the Workplace
A recent study in the Strategic Management Journal explores a significant but often overlooked aspect of workplace dynamics: the influence of employees’ external affiliations with…
Enhanced Environmental Practices Increase Profits and Reduce Expenses
Sustainable business practices are more than just an ethical imperative; they are a prudent financial strategy. A study conducted by researchers from Kyushu University and…