


Why Sabrina Carpenter Should Never Have Trusted Barry Keoghan, According To Research
Though being attractive can have plenty of benefits, there's also a more sinister truth to beauty bias. Research shows that attractive individuals are seen as more trustworthy, than others, regardless of their behaviour.

The Best of BookShelf 2024
Throughout 2024 we've been profiling the authors behind the most compelling, academic works of the year, handing over the stage for them to tell us, in their own words, how their work can contribute towards creative positive change both for business and for wider society. But which books made our 2024 shortlist?

4 Fool Proof Ways To Ensure You’re On Santa’s Nice List This Christmas
Have you done enough in your professional life to earn your spot on Santa's nice list this year? As Christmas eve draws near, we explore the research into the benefits of being nice and share some advice to do better in 2025.

Are Consumers Ready To Change The World With Every Purchase?
When it comes to getting the climate under control, should our politicians be doing more, or should consumers shoulder some of the responsibility? Research from Vlerick Business School explores consumer habits when it comes to going green

BlueSky BookShelf Meets: Roland Erne
How much of an influence have labour movements played in the development of democracy and welfare states? We sit down with Roland Erne to discuss his latest book and it's implications for policymakers

Consumers Are More Forgiving If Faulty Products Are Green
Are you more likely to forgive companies for product faults if they've put the effort into making it eco-friendly? Research says "yes", but there are limitations...

Hotels Are Opting For Robot Butlers – How Do Customers Feel About It?
Experts predict that by 2030, robots will comprise around 25 percent of the workforce in the hospitality industry. But how do human customers feel about being looked after by robots?

Can You Trust Online Reviews?
With the festive season rapidly approaching many of us will opt to do our gift-buying online, but how can we be sure the items we choose are of good quality? Most people rely on reviews, but research shows that these can be misleading...