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A man reads lists.
Marketing

Podcast: Why Are Rankings and Listicles So Popular?

From “Top 10 Beaches” to “Five Ways to Negotiate a Raise,” the psychology behind effective lists.

Because oil prices are so volatile, oil price forecasts are both useful and necessary.
Finance & Accounting

What Makes Oil Prices So Volatile?

There’s more to the story than OPEC. Plus, how fracking stands to change the market.

A leader guides followers.
Leadership

Video: How Leaders Build Trust

“Values-based leaders” know that lip service is not enough.

A graduate leaving university with a STEM degree.
Innovation

STEM Degrees Are Good for Careers. But Do They Lead to More Innovation?

Science, technology, engineering, and math education helps job prospects, but hurts the likelihood of becoming an inventor.

Executive with restricted choices
Finance & Accounting

Why Do Companies Turn Down Profitable Investments?

Limited organizational bandwidth can restrict managers’ options.

An employee is motivated by a performance incentive.
Leadership

Take 5: How to Motivate Employees

Research sheds light on which employee incentives work best.

Companies should adopt intentional leadership strategies since developing leaders internally is critical to success.
Leadership

Four Strategies for Cultivating Strong Leaders Internally

A retired brigadier general explains how companies can prioritize talent development.

Like chess, national security strategy can also benefit from game theory.
Policy

Is an Unpredictable Leader Good for National Security?

Think the goal is to keep your enemies guessing? Game theory suggests otherwise.

A person and a machine communicate in an attempt to understand each other.
Innovation

Take 5: How Humans Benefit as Machines Get Smarter

Kellogg faculty explain how human–machine partnerships can improve everything from your commute to your self-esteem.

Done correctly, experience marketing efforts can be used as a form of measurement for consumer engagement.
Marketing

A New Way for Companies to Measure Consumer Engagement

Brands see value in connecting with customers through meaningful experiences. Research backs this strategy.

A woman maintains close connections and friendships throughout her career thus avoiding regret down the line.
Careers

How to Maintain Strong Friendships as You Move Through Your Career

What the science of regret says about work–life balance and prioritizing close relationships.

Careers

Podcast: How to Avoid Five Common Career Pitfalls

Plus, a study shows an upside for companies that hire ex-offenders.

A customer reacts to the low inventory on online flash deals.
Operations

What Makes an Online Flash Sale Successful?

When ratings and reviews aren’t enough, showing that a deal is popular can convince others to buy.

Charity appeals that frame the message around local connection tend to be more successful as a result of the proximity effect
Marketing

To Improve Fundraising, Give Donors a Local Connection

Research offers concrete strategies for appealing to donors who want to make an impact.

The syndicated loans market follows a seasonal cycle.
Finance & Accounting

The Puzzling Case of Why Syndicated Loans Are Cheaper in June than January

Research shows that interest rates are lower for borrowers who can plan ahead.

The economic effects of immigration include the spread of prosperity across America.
Economics

Does Immigration Help or Hurt Local Economies?

Historically, where immigrants cluster in the U.S., prosperity follows.

Starting a company means finding the right cofounder.
Entrepreneurship

Take 5: How to Succeed as an Entrepreneur

Advice from Kellogg faculty experts on starting and running your own business.

The spillover effect in offices impacts workers in close physical proximity.
Organizations

Sitting Near a High-Performer Can Make You Better at Your Job

“Spillover” from certain coworkers can boost our productivity—or jeopardize our employment.

Corporate leaders make a social impact by building a house.
Social Impact

“If You’re Inconsistent, You’re Toast.”

Companies serious about social impact are taking a deliberate stand on issues in line with their core business.

A networker tells his story as a movie trailer.
Careers

Want to Network Like a Pro? Get Your Story Straight

You will meet hundreds of people this year. Are you ready?

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