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HBS Working Knowledge
May 22, 2023

Face Value: Do Certain Physical Features Help People Get Ahead?
Society seems to reward people with particular facial features. Research by Shunyuan Zhang and colleagues uses machine learning to analyze traits that people associate with charisma. The findings highlight opportunities to enhance one's image—and challenge bias.

HBS Working Knowledge
May 22, 2023

Lessons on Life, Graffiti, and Value: 'It's in That Darkness That You Can Actually Develop and Evolve'
The art world has only recently started to place value on graffiti, but for James Riley the craft's contribution to his life has been indelible. He reflects on his youth in Los Angeles, his art, and his research.

HBS Working Knowledge
May 22, 2023

The Entrepreneurial Journey of China's First Private Mental Health Hospital


HBS Working Knowledge
May 15, 2023

How KKR Got More by Giving Ownership to the Factory Floor: ‘My Kids Are Going to College!'
KKR turned around a struggling door company and sold it for 10 times its investment—giving factory workers a life-changing cut of the returns. A case study by Ethan Rouen and Dennis Campbell offers lessons for companies trying to instill an owner's mindset in employees.

HBS Working Knowledge
May 15, 2023

After Silicon Valley Bank's Flame Out, What's Next for Entrepreneurs?
Silicon Valley Bank's failure in the face of rising interest rates shook founders and funders across the country. Julia Austin, Jeffrey Bussgang, and Rembrand Koning share key insights for rattled entrepreneurs trying to make sense of the financing landscape.

HBS Working Knowledge
May 15, 2023

After Silicon Valley Bank's Flameout, What's Next for Entrepreneurs?
Silicon Valley Bank's failure in the face of rising interest rates shook founders and funders across the country. Julia Austin, Jeffrey Bussgang, and Rembrand Koning share key insights for rattled entrepreneurs trying to make sense of the financing landscape.

HBS Working Knowledge
May 08, 2023

Can Robin Williams' Son Help Other Families Heal Addiction and Depression?


HBS Working Knowledge
May 08, 2023

Where to Find Remote Work Now: 250 Million Job Postings Paint a Complex Picture
While many companies let employees work remotely during the height of COVID-19, conditions have since become more nuanced, according to research by Raffaella Sadun and colleagues. What does it mean for talent managers?

HBS Working Knowledge
May 07, 2023

How Trump's Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric Crushed Crowdfunding for Minority Entrepreneurs
When public anxiety about immigration surges, Black, Asian, and Hispanic inventors have a harder time raising funds for new ideas on Kickstarter, says research by William Kerr. What can platforms do to confront bias in entrepreneurial finance?

HBS Working Knowledge
May 02, 2023

Why Confronting Racism in AI 'Creates a Better Future for All of Us'
Rather than build on biased data and technology from the past, artificial intelligence has an opportunity to do better, says Business in Global Society Fellow Broderick Turner. He highlights three myths that prevent business leaders from breaking down racial inequality.

HBS Working Knowledge
May 01, 2023

How Should Artificial Intelligence Be Regulated—if at All?
Some AI pioneers say the technology could be a risk to humanity, and some governments have taken steps to rein it in. But who should set the rules and what details must they consider? asks James Heskett.

HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 27, 2023

Sweden's Northvolt Electric Battery Maker: A Startup with a Mission


HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 26, 2023

Equity Bank CEO James Mwangi: Transforming Lives with Access to Credit


HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 25, 2023

How Martine Rothblatt Started a Company to Save Her Daughter


HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 25, 2023

Is AI Coming for Your Job?
In a post-AI world, where an algorithm can draft marketing copy—or even pop songs and movie scripts—anything seems possible. Five Harvard Business School faculty members discuss how artificial intelligence could reshape how work gets done.

HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 24, 2023

How SHEIN and Temu Conquered Fast Fashion—and Forged a New Business Model
The platforms SHEIN and Temu match consumer demand and factory output, bringing Chinese production to the rest of the world. The companies have remade fast fashion, but their pioneering approach has the potential to go far beyond retail, says John Deighton.

HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 24, 2023

Using Design Thinking to Invent a Low-Cost Prosthesis for Land Mine Victims


HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 23, 2023

What Does It Take to Build as Much Buzz as Booze? Inside the Epic Challenge of Cannabis-Infused Drinks
The market for cannabis products has exploded as more states legalize marijuana. But the path to success is rife with complexity as a case study about the beverage company Cann by Ayelet Israeli illustrates.

HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 20, 2023

The $15 Billion Question: Have Loot Boxes Turned Video Gaming into Gambling?
Critics say loot boxes—major revenue streams for video game companies—entice young players to overspend. Can regulators protect consumers without dampening the thrill of the game? Research by Tomomichi Amano and colleague.

HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 17, 2023

The Best Person to Lead Your Company Doesn't Work There—Yet
Recruiting new executive talent to revive portfolio companies has helped private equity funds outperform major stock indexes, says research by Paul Gompers. Why don't more public companies go beyond their senior ranks for their top leaders?

HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 17, 2023

What Happens When Banks Ditch Coal: The Impact Is 'More Than Anyone Thought'
Bank divestment policies that target coal reduced carbon dioxide emissions, says research by Boris Vallée and Daniel Green. Could the finance industry do even more to confront climate change?

HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 10, 2023

The First 90 Hours: What New CEOs Should—and Shouldn't—Do to Set the Right Tone
New leaders no longer have the luxury of a 90-day listening tour to get to know an organization, says John Quelch. He offers seven steps to help CEOs make the right first impression, and three missteps to avoid.

HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 10, 2023

Is Amazon a Retailer, a Tech Firm, or a Media Company? How AI Can Help Investors Decide
More companies are bringing seemingly unrelated businesses together in new ways, challenging traditional stock categories. Research by MarcAntonio Awada and Suraj Srinivasan shows how machine learning and regulatory data could reveal new opportunities for investors.

HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 10, 2023

A Rose by Any Other Name: Supply Chains and Carbon Emissions in the Flower Industry


HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 06, 2023

When Celebrity ‘Crypto-Influencers' Rake in Cash, Investors Lose Big
Kim Kardashian and Lindsay Lohan are just some of the household names accused of promoting cryptocurrency products on social media without disclosing conflicts. Research by Joseph Pacelli illustrates how eager investors end up losing in the end.

HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 03, 2023

Two Centuries of Business Leaders Who Took a Stand on Social Issues
Executives going back to George Cadbury and J. N. Tata have been trying to improve life for their workers and communities, according to the book Deeply Responsible Business: A Global History of Values-Driven Leadership by Geoffrey Jones. He highlights three practices that deeply responsible companies share.

HBS Working Knowledge
Apr 03, 2023

How Does Remote Work Affect Innovation?
Many companies are still trying to figure out how to manage teams that have limited in-person contact. Remote work will likely lead to new ideas, but what kind? asks James Heskett.

HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 30, 2023

Can a ‘Basic Bundle' of Health Insurance Cure Coverage Gaps and Spur Innovation?
One in 10 people in America lack health insurance, resulting in $40 billion of care that goes unpaid each year. Amitabh Chandra and colleagues say ensuring basic coverage for all residents, as other wealthy nations do, could address the most acute needs and unlock efficiency.

HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 30, 2023

Can a ‘Basic Bundle' of Heath Insurance Cure Coverage Gaps and Spur Innovation?
One in 10 people in America lack health insurance, resulting in $40 billion of care that goes unpaid each year. Amitabh Chandra and colleagues say ensuring basic coverage for all residents, as other wealthy nations do, could address the most acute needs and unlock efficiency.

HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 27, 2023

BMW's Decarbonization Strategy: Sustainable for the Environment and the Bottom Line


HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 27, 2023

The FDA's Speedy Drug Approval: A Win-Win for Patients and Pharma
Expediting so-called breakthrough therapies has saved millions of dollars in research time without compromising drug safety or efficacy, says research by Ariel Stern, Amitabh Chandra, and colleagues. Could the FDA harness the approach to bring potentially life-saving medications to the market faster?

HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 27, 2023

The FDA's Speedy Drug Approvals Are Safe: A Win-Win for Patients and Pharma Innovation
Expediting so-called breakthrough therapies has saved millions of dollars in research time without compromising drug safety or efficacy, says research by Ariel Stern, Amitabh Chandra, and colleagues. Could policymakers harness the approach to bring life-saving treatments to the market faster?

HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 22, 2023

As Climate Fears Mount, More Investors Turn to 'ESG' Funds Despite Few Rules
Regulations and ratings remain murky, but that's not deterring climate-conscious investors from paying more for funds with an ESG label. Research by Mark Egan and Malcolm Baker sizes up the premium these funds command. Is it time for more standards in impact investing?

HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 15, 2023

Why Business Travel Still Matters in a Zoom World
Meeting in person can make all the difference for colleagues from different time zones or cultural backgrounds. A study by Prithwiraj Choudhury traces flight patterns among 5,000 airports around the world to show how business travel propels innovation.

HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 13, 2023

What Does Silicon Valley Bank's Failure Say About the State of Finance?
Silicon Valley Bank wasn't ready for the Fed's interest rate hikes, but that's only part of the story. Victoria Ivashina and Erik Stafford probe the complex factors that led to the second-biggest bank failure ever.

HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 13, 2023

What Does the Failure of Silicon Valley Bank Say About the State of Finance?
Silicon Valley Bank wasn't ready for the Fed's interest rate hikes, but that's only part of the story. Victoria Ivashina and Erik Stafford probe the complex factors that led to the second-biggest bank failure ever.

HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 13, 2023

Can AI and Machine Learning Help Park Rangers Prevent Poaching?


HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 12, 2023

How Leaders Should Leave
Perhaps you're so burnt out or so excited about your next role that you're ready to run for the door, but slow down, cautions John Quelch. He offers nine tips for leaders who are ready to take the next step in their careers.

HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 12, 2023

The Power of Personal Connections: How Shared Experiences Boost Performance
Doctors who train together go on to provide better patient care later in their careers. What could teams in other industries learn? Research by Maximilian Pany and J. Michael McWilliams.

HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 12, 2023

What Would It Take to Unlock Microfinance's Full Potential?
Microfinance has been seen as a vehicle for economic mobility in developing countries, but the results have been mixed. Research by Natalia Rigol and Ben Roth probes how different lending approaches might serve entrepreneurs better.

HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 06, 2023

ChatGPT: Did Big Tech Set Up the World for an AI Bias Disaster?
Google tried to silence AI bias warnings from ethicist Timnit Gebru. Will a world enamored with OpenAI's ChatGPT be able to confront them? Tsedal Neeley reflects on Gebru's experience in a case study, and offers stark advice about the ethical risks of AI.

HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 02, 2023

When Showing Know-How Backfires for Women Managers
Women managers might think they need to roll up their sleeves and work alongside their teams to show their mettle. But research by Alexandra Feldberg shows how this strategy can work against them. How can employers provide more support?

HBS Working Knowledge
Mar 02, 2023

When the Need to Please Holds Women Managers Back
Women managers might think they need to roll up their sleeves and work alongside their teams to show their mettle. But research by Alexandra Feldberg shows how this mentality can keep them from advancing. How can employers provide more support?

HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 28, 2023

How Much Does 'Deep Purpose' Matter to the Bottom Line?
More leaders want their employees to aspire to loftier goals at work. But is deep purpose more about feel-good ideas or delivering business value? wonders James Heskett.

HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 27, 2023

Can Apprenticeships Work in the US? Employers Seeking New Talent Pipelines Take Note
What if the conventional college-and-internship route doesn't give future employees the skills they need to build tomorrow's companies? Research by Joseph Fuller and colleagues illustrates the advantages that apprenticeships can provide to employees and young talent.

HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 27, 2023

Muhammad Ali: A Case Study in Purpose-Driven Decision Making


HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 26, 2023

How One Late Employee Can Hurt Your Business: Data from 25 Million Timecards
Employees who clock in a few minutes late—or not at all—often dampen sales and productivity, says a study of 100,000 workers by Ananth Raman and Caleb Kwon. What can managers do to address chronic tardiness and absenteeism?

HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 20, 2023

Are Your Employees Passing Up Incentives? Try Promoting The Programs More
Employees who bow out of a company's wellness program or retirement savings plan might not know these perks exist. Leslie John offers advice for motivating workers to participate in incentive programs.

HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 20, 2023

Are Your Employees Passing Up Incentives? Try Promoting Them Better
Employees who bow out of a company's wellness program or retirement savings plan might not know these perks exist. Leslie John offers advice for motivating workers to participate in incentive programs.

HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 20, 2023

What's Missing from the Racial Equity Dialogue?
Fellows visiting the Institute for the Study of Business in Global Society (BiGS) at Harvard Business School talk about how anti-racism harms everyone and why it's important to find new ways to support formerly incarcerated people.

HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 15, 2023

ESG Activists Met the Moment at ExxonMobil, But Did They Succeed?
Engine No. 1, a small hedge fund on a mission to confront climate change, managed to do the impossible: Get dissident members on ExxonMobil's board. But lasting social impact has proved more elusive. Case studies by Mark Kramer, Shawn Cole, and Vikram Gandhi look at the complexities of shareholder activism.

HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 13, 2023

Does It Pay to Be a Whistleblower?


HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 13, 2023

Is Sweden Still 'Sweden'? A Liberal Utopia Grapples with an Identity Crisis
Changing political views and economic forces have threatened Sweden's image of liberal stability. Is it the end of the Scandinavian business-welfare model as we know it? In a case study, Debora Spar examines recent shifts in Sweden and what they mean for the country's future.

HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 13, 2023

When a Vacation Isn't Enough, a Sabbatical Can Recharge Your Life—and Your Career
Burning out and ready to quit? Consider an extended break instead. Drawing from his own 900-mile journey, DJ DiDonna offers practical advice to help people chart a new path through a sabbatical.

HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 09, 2023

COVID-19 Lessons: Social Media Can Nudge More People to Get Vaccinated
Social networks have been criticized for spreading COVID-19 misinformation, but the platforms have also helped public health agencies spread the word on vaccines, says research by Michael Luca and colleagues. What does this mean for the next pandemic?

HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 07, 2023

Building an Inclusive Workplace? Prepare to Shield It from Economic Fears
Mixed economic signals have many worrying about what's to come. Distracted leaders could lose sight of their inclusion and belonging goals to the detriment of future innovation. But it doesn't have to be this way, say Hise Gibson and Nicole Gilmore.

HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 06, 2023

Supervisor of Sandwiches? More Companies Inflate Titles to Avoid Extra Pay
What does an assistant manager of bingo actually manage? Increasingly, companies are falsely classifying hourly workers as managers to avoid paying an estimated $4 billion a year in overtime, says research by Lauren Cohen.

HBS Working Knowledge
Feb 01, 2023

Why We Still Need Twitter: How Social Media Holds Companies Accountable
Remember the viral video of the United passenger being removed from a plane? An analysis of Twitter activity and corporate misconduct by Jonas Heese and Joseph Pacelli reveals the power of social media to uncover questionable situations at companies.

HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 31, 2023

Will Hybrid Work Strategies Pull Down Long-Term Performance?
Many academics consider remote and hybrid work the future, but some business leaders are pushing back. Can colleagues working from anywhere still create the special glue that bonds teams together? asks James Heskett.

HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 30, 2023

It's Not All About Pay: College Grads Want Jobs That ‘Change the World'
Many college graduates will accept lower salaries for roles that have the potential to give back to society, says research by Letian Zhang. Could trading pay for altruism help shrink the income gap?

HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 30, 2023

Addressing Racial Discrimination on Airbnb


HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 30, 2023

Can Insurance Technology Solve the Uninsured Driver Problem?
High fees prevent many drivers from buying auto insurance—often with catastrophic consequences. Raymond Kluender offers a novel way to make coverage affordable and roads safer: Let drivers pay for only the days they drive.

HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 26, 2023

Have We Lost Sight of Integrity?
Elizabeth Holmes. Sam Bankman-Fried. George Santos. The list of leaders caught trying to con the public keeps getting longer, often with dire consequences, says Bill George. Do we no longer value the truth?

HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 23, 2023

Passion at Work Is a Good Thing—But Only If Bosses Know How to Manage It
Does showing passion mean doing whatever it takes to get the job done? Employees and managers often disagree, says research by Jon Jachimowicz. He offers four pieces of advice for leaders who yearn for more spirit and intensity at their companies.

HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 22, 2023

After High-Profile Failures, Can Investors Still Trust Credit Ratings?
Rating agencies, such as Standard & Poor's and Moody's, have been criticized for not warning investors of risks that led to major financial catastrophes. But an analysis of thousands of ratings by Anywhere Sikochi and colleagues suggests that agencies have learned from past mistakes.

HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 18, 2023

What Makes Employees Trust (vs. Second-Guess) AI?
While executives are quick to adopt artificial intelligence, front-line employees might be less willing to take orders from an algorithm. Research by the Laboratory for Innovation Science at Harvard sheds light sheds light on what it takes for people to get comfortable with machine learning.

HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 16, 2023

8 Trends to Watch in 2023
Quiet quitting. Inflation. The economy. This year could bring challenges for executives and entrepreneurs, but there might also be opportunities for focused leaders to gain advantage, say Harvard Business School faculty.

HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 16, 2023

Good Companies Commit Crimes, But Great Leaders Can Prevent Them
It's time for leaders to go beyond "check the box" compliance programs. Through corporate cases involving Walmart, Wells Fargo, and others, Eugene Soltes explores the thorny legal issues executives today must navigate in his book Corporate Criminal Investigations and Prosecutions.

HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 12, 2023

Are Companies Actually Greener—or Are They All Talk?
More companies than ever use ESG reports to showcase their social consciousness. But are these disclosures meaningful or just marketing? Research by Ethan Rouen delves into the murky world of voluntary reporting and offers advice for investors.

HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 09, 2023

Nestlé's KitKat Diplomacy: Neutrality vs. Shared Value


HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 09, 2023

How to Live Happier in 2023: Diversify Your Social Circle
People need all kinds of relationships to thrive: partners, acquaintances, colleagues, and family. Research by Michael Norton and Alison Wood Brooks offers new reasons to pick up the phone and reconnect with that old friend from home.

HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 09, 2023

Time to Move On? Career Advice for Entrepreneurs Preparing for the Next Stage
So many people shift from one job to the next, with little time to consider how the experience changed them and what they want out of future ventures. Julia Austin recommends that entrepreneurs look within and reflect on these questions before they jump into a new opportunity.

HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 02, 2023

Wordle: Can a Pandemic Phenomenon Sustain in the Long Term?


HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 02, 2023

How Would the Leadership Style of Girl Scouts' Frances Hesselbein Fare Today?
Frances Hesselbein's mission-driven leadership helped shift the nonprofit's image, and expand and diversify its membership. James Heskett reflects on the late executive director's reputation for storytelling and change management. Would her tactics work today?

HBS Working Knowledge
Jan 02, 2023

Confront Workplace Inequity in 2023: Dig Deep, Build Bridges, Take Collective Action
Power dynamics tied up with race and gender underlie almost every workplace interaction, says Tina Opie. In her book Shared Sisterhood, she offers three practical steps for dismantling workplace inequities that hold back innovation.

HBS Working Knowledge
Dec 19, 2022

Employee Feedback: The Key to Retention During the Great Resignation
Employees need to feel that they're on the same team as managers—not adversaries in a zero-sum game. Michael Beer offers six guiding principles for senior leaders who are ready to listen to and act on employee feedback.

HBS Working Knowledge
Dec 18, 2022

The 10 Most Popular Articles of 2022
The most-read stories about Harvard Business School faculty research and ideas point to a year filled with pandemic soul-searching, but also conviction to move forward with business priorities, such as digital transformation.

HBS Working Knowledge
Dec 18, 2022

What Motivates People to Give Generously—and Why We Sometimes Don't
Some people donate to get that warm-and-fuzzy feeling. Others do it to avoid being asked again. Christine Exley and Julian Zlatev delve into the psychology and economics of charity to explain why people give.

HBS Working Knowledge
Dec 15, 2022

Why Technology Alone Can't Solve AI's Bias Problem
Engineers designed "fair-ranking algorithms" to prevent artificial intelligence from marginalizing certain groups. While these tools help, research by Himabindu Lakkaraju finds that they can't completely override the most stubborn source of bias: people.

HBS Working Knowledge
Dec 12, 2022

The Color of Private Equity: Quantifying the Bias Black Investors Face
Prejudice persists in private equity, despite efforts to expand racial diversity in finance. Research by Josh Lerner sizes up the fundraising challenges and performance double standards that Black and Hispanic investors confront while trying to support other ventures—often minority-owned businesses.

HBS Working Knowledge
Dec 12, 2022

Metaverse Seoul: How One City Used Citizen Input to Pilot a Government-Run Metaverse


HBS Working Knowledge
Dec 11, 2022

Buy-In from Black Patients Suffers When Drug Trials Don't Include Them
Diversifying clinical trials could build trust in new treatments among Black people and their physicians. Research by Joshua Schwartzstein, Marcella Alsan, and colleagues probes the ripple effects of underrepresentation in testing, and offers a call to action for drugmakers.

HBS Working Knowledge
Dec 07, 2022

The War in Ukraine and Nestlé's Moral Dilemma: Stay or Leave Russia?
Many companies immediately withdrew from Russia, but a boycott by Nestlé could deprive civilians of essential goods, such as baby formula. A case study by Nien-hê Hsieh explores how the consumer goods giant made this complex decision and offers advice for leaders weighing fraught questions.

HBS Working Knowledge
Dec 05, 2022

Latest Isn't Always Greatest: Why Product Updates Capture Consumers
Consumers can't pass up a product upgrade—even if there's no improvement. Research by Leslie John, Michael Norton, and Ximena Garcia-Rada illustrates the powerful allure of change. Are we really that naïve?

HBS Working Knowledge
Dec 04, 2022

How Would Jack Welch's Leadership Style Fare in Today's World?
Some consider Jack Welch the best CEO of the 20th century, but two recent books question his effectiveness as a leader. James Heskett ponders his early interactions with Welch and his complex legacy.

HBS Working Knowledge
Dec 04, 2022

5 Companies Where Employees Move Up the Ladder Fast
IBM, Southwest Airlines, and other companies are aggressively helping workers advance their careers to try to retain them. Research by Joseph Fuller also shows how the employer a person chooses can impact their future salary and job prospects.

HBS Working Knowledge
Nov 29, 2022

Recruiters: Highlight Your Company's Diversity, Not Just Perks and Pay
Many job seekers want to join inclusive companies that reflect their values. Research by Joseph Pacelli shows how employers can attract more talent by promoting the diversity of their workforce.

HBS Working Knowledge
Nov 28, 2022

Is There a Method to Musk's Madness on Twitter?
Elon Musk's brash management style has upended the social media platform, but was bold action necessary to address serious problems? Andy Wu discusses the tech entrepreneur's takeover of Twitter.

HBS Working Knowledge
Nov 28, 2022

How Will Gamers and Investors Respond to Microsoft's Acquisition of Activision Blizzard?


HBS Working Knowledge
Nov 28, 2022

How Much More Will Holiday Shoppers Pay to Wear Something Rare?
Economic worries will make pricing strategy even more critical this holiday season. Research by Chiara Farronato reveals the value that hip consumers see in hard-to-find products. Are companies simply making too many goods?

HBS Working Knowledge
Nov 28, 2022

How Much More Would Holiday Shoppers Pay to Wear Something Rare?
Economic worries will make pricing strategy even more critical this holiday season. Research by Chiara Farronato reveals the value that hip consumers see in hard-to-find products. Are companies simply making too many goods?

HBS Working Knowledge
Nov 21, 2022

When Agreeing to Disagree Is a Good Beginning
When conflict stems from honest and open listening, disagreement can be a good thing, say Francesca Gino and Julia Minson. But developing those skills requires patience and discipline.

HBS Working Knowledge
Nov 20, 2022

Will ‘Buy Now, Pay Later' Push Cash-Strapped Holiday Shoppers Too Far?
More consumers may take advantage of buy now, pay later services this holiday season, but what happens if they can't make that last payment? Research by Marco Di Maggio and Emily Williams highlights the risks of these financing services, especially for lower-income shoppers.

HBS Working Knowledge
Nov 17, 2022

What Does It Take to Safeguard a Legacy in Asset Management?
Diverse hiring, deep research, and a collaborative culture have defined Brown Capital's successful investment approach. But would those qualities endure after its founder retires? A case study by Luis Viceira and Emily McComb explores how the second-largest Black-founded investment firm is preparing for its next phase.

HBS Working Knowledge
Nov 14, 2022

Why TikTok Is Beating YouTube for Eyeball Time (It's Not Just the Dance Videos)
Quirky amateur video clips might draw people to TikTok, but its algorithm keeps them watching. John Deighton and Leora Kornfeld explore the factors that helped propel TikTok ahead of established social platforms, and where it might go next.

HBS Working Knowledge
Nov 14, 2022

Stop Ignoring Bad Behavior: 6 Tips for Better Ethics at Work
People routinely overlook wrongdoing, even in situations that cause significant harm. In his book Complicit: How We Enable the Unethical and How to Stop, Max Bazerman shares strategies that help people do the right thing even when those around them aren't.

HBS Working Knowledge
Nov 14, 2022

Planning the Future for Harlem's Beloved Sylvia's Restaurant


HBS Working Knowledge
Nov 09, 2022

Too Nice to Lead? Unpacking the Gender Stereotype That Holds Women Back
Research by Christine Exley shows how people mistakenly assume that women managers are more generous and fair when it comes to giving money. Could that misperception prevent companies from shrinking the gender pay gap?

HBS Working Knowledge
Nov 08, 2022

COP27: What Can Business Leaders Do to Fight Climate Change Now?
The US government plans to spend $370 billion to cut greenhouse gases and expand renewable energy—its biggest investment yet. In the wake of COP27, we asked Harvard Business School faculty members how executives could seize this moment.

HBS Working Knowledge
Nov 07, 2022

How Centuries of Restrictions on Women Shed Light on Today's Abortion Debate
Going back to pre-industrial times, efforts to limit women's sexuality have had a simple motive: to keep them faithful to their spouses. Research by Anke Becker looks at the deep roots of these restrictions and their economic implications.

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