Organizations
How Leaders Can Truly Improve Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Their Organizations
Two professors share research-backed tips for rethinking your recruiting efforts and getting the most out of diversity training.
Researchers: Ivuoma Ngozi Onyeador and Lauren Rivera
April 14, 2021
Marketing
Podcast: How to Tell Compelling Stories with Data Visualizations
On this episode of The Insightful Leader: a blueprint for making strong (and honest) arguments with data.
Researchers: Steven Franconeri
April 7, 2021
Operations
One Healthcare System’s Race to Distribute the COVID-19 Vaccine
A chief medical officer and a supply-chain expert discuss the nuances of the rollout.
Researchers: Achal Bassamboo and Ashwani Bhatia
April 1, 2021
Policy
How Debit Cards Are Helping Low-Income Households Save—and Benefiting Their Neighbors Too
A federal initiative in Mexico had huge spillover effects.
Researchers: Pierre Bachas, Paul Gertler, Sean Higgins and Enrique Seira
April 1, 2021
Economics
To Escape Jim Crow–Era Discrimination and Violence, Some Black Men Passed as White. But How Many?
Hundreds of thousands, according to a new study of Census data. Doing so provided some economic benefits but came at a great personal cost.
Researchers: Ricardo Dahis, Emily Nix and Nancy Qian
April 1, 2021
Innovation
Keep Brainstorming—Your Best Ideas Are Still to Come
The common (and mistaken) belief that we generate our best ideas early can actually squash creativity.
Researchers: Brian Lucas and Loran Nordgren
April 1, 2021
Organizations
How Does a Polarized U.S. Move Beyond Its Current Conflicts?
A discussion about the psychology of group conflict, the risks of rampant misinformation, and the importance of resilient institutions.
Researchers: Cynthia S. Wang and Brian Uzzi
March 30, 2021
Data Analytics
So Your Company Isn’t Getting the Most out of Analytics and AI. Here’s What to Do.
These tools have the possibility to transform your business. If you know how to harness them.
Researchers: Eric T. Anderson
March 29, 2021
Finance & Accounting
How Useful Are ESG Ratings for Sustainable Investors?
These ratings are proliferating. Now there may be a better way to assess them.
Researchers: George Serafeim and Aaron Yoon
March 25, 2021
Innovation
The Pandemic Could Accelerate Job Automation—and Inequality
Consequences for workers and cities could be bleak.
Researchers: Hyejin Youn
March 18, 2021
Policy
With More Stimulus Relief on the Way, Here’s a Look at America’s Covid Economy
A former Treasury official discusses where things stand now—and what the future might bring.
Researchers: Janice C. Eberly
March 13, 2021
Innovation
Podcast: How Can We Ramp Up Innovation?
On this episode of The Insightful Leader: what the data say about successful entrepreneurs and the types of policies that best support them.
Researchers: Benjamin F. Jones
March 3, 2021
Careers
Conservatives and Liberals Differ in How Aggressively They Recruit Women for Leadership Roles
But companies take note: a new study offers a simple intervention to curb gender bias early in the hiring process.
Researchers: Burak Oc, Ekaterina Netchaeva and Maryam Kouchaki
March 3, 2021
Social Impact
There’s an Education Gap Between Rural and Urban Communities. Can Technology Bridge It?
Researchers identified a program that helps rural students learn—and improves their incomes later in life.
Researchers: Nicola Bianchi, Yi Lu and Hong Song
March 1, 2021
Operations
2 Ways to Improve Rideshares for Drivers and Customers
Research suggests there are ways to reduce costs and emissions, as well as help customers get picked up more quickly.
Researchers: Ilan Lobel, Sébastien Martin, Anton Braverman, J. G. Dai, Xin Liu and Lei Ying
March 1, 2021
Marketing
TV Advertising Is Usually Not Worth It
Companies spend vast sums on commercials, but it’s been difficult to gauge their effectiveness. A new study offers a more reliable method—and some bad news for many brands.
Researchers: Bradley Shapiro, Günter Hitsch and Anna Tuchman
March 1, 2021
Policy
Contact Tracing Is Failing in the U.S. Here’s How to Fix It.
For starters, turn responsibility over to local organizations and communities, where trust is higher.
Researchers: Sarit Markovich
March 1, 2021
Leadership
Executive Presence Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All. Here’s How to Develop Yours.
A professor and executive coach unpacks this seemingly elusive trait.
Researchers: Brooke Vuckovic
February 27, 2021
Marketing
How Has Digital Film Changed the Moviegoing Experience?
In a world where movie theaters went digital … consumers got more options.
Researchers: Joonhyuk Yang, Eric T. Anderson and Brett Gordon
February 24, 2021
Finance & Accounting
Understanding the Rapidly Evolving World of Sustainable Finance
It’s no longer a niche investment strategy—and it has the potential to deliver strong returns.
Researchers: Ravi Jagannathan, David Chen, Brian Bruce and Lloyd Kurtz
February 17, 2021
