How To Take A Political Stance As A CEO
More and more business leaders are speaking out on environmental, social, and political issues which are often not directly related to their business. This phenomenon is referred to as ‘CEO activism'. But how can CEOs ensure the stance they take doesn't backfire?
No More Stiff Upper Lip – The Greatest Leaders Embrace Their Emotions
Good managers know that there can be a lot of power within their emotions. Learning how to identify, understand and manage them can help to ensure success, according to new research...
Want To Expand Internationally? Hire Immigrants
Immigrants are beneficial in helping a business expand internationally according to new research. This, in turn, benefits the economy of both the home and host country. Unfortunately, anti-immigrant sentiment is all too common these days...
Who Does Your Boss Trust More – You Or Google?
We live in a world where we are more likely to listen to the phone in our hands than friends or colleagues. According to research from BI Norwegian Business School, this is the tendency for certain people in leadership positions, putting themselves at a disadvantage.
We Care Less About The Environment As We Reach Old Age
Professors recorded political attitudes and preferences, and found that environmental concern increased from the age of 18 before peaking around the age of 43. However, growing older made people less likely to place emphasis on protecting the environment and care less about being environmentally-friendly.
Overconfident CEOs Risk Failure By Ignoring Poor Performance
A study has revealed that CEOs with an exaggerated sense of self-confidence can actually do more harm than good to their firms, being less likely to listen to performance feedback.
Scientists Overwhelmingly Portrayed As White Men
According to research, the stereotyping of gender roles in science is perpetuated and encouraged by the industry itself through the images it uses.
Are Your Staff Happy At Work? Fulfilment Can Boost Company Performance
Employees who find their work meaningful are more likely to offer constructive and innovative ideas, thereby increasing their work performance and ultimately contributing to organisational effectiveness.