Reading Time: 3 minutes Your next promotion might occur on a well-timed emoji or a perfectly crafted email in today’s digital-first world. Sounds far-fetched? Think again! Recent research, including a study by Hayley Blunden and Andrew Brodsky, uncovers the hidden rules of virtual impression management. The Three Pillars of Virtual Impression Blunden and Brodsky’s research reveals that our digital personas are built on three main pillars: What We Say: It’s not just about the content but the way we say it. Mimicking your colleague’s style? That’s a power move! How We Say It: Your emojis and pun ..read more

Reading Time: 5 minutes Over the past five years, humanity has faced some pretty tough problems like pandemics, climate threats, and violence. These significant social, environmental, political, and economic challenges need smart solutions. Scientists looked at different things that make us act a certain way, like what we know, how we feel, and what we believe, and figured out which ones are the best to focus on for making changes. Do people have the capacity to transform human behavior? The study Determinants of behaviour and their efficacy as targets of behavioural change interventions synth ..read more

Reading Time: 3 minutes The 2024 spring gave us two new books essential to read for business leaders. These are The Venture Mindset: How to Make Smarter Bets and Achieve Extraordinary Growth by Ilya Strebulaev and Alex Dang, and Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI by Ethan Mollick, which offer transformative insights for navigating this complex landscape. Let’s discuss them. Co-Intelligence: Living and Working with AI Ethan Mollick’s Co-Intelligence explores the profound impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on business and education. As a Wharton professor, Mollick provides a practi ..read more

Reading Time: 4 minutes Colorado, right in the middle of the American West, is becoming a hot spot for college students from all over. With its mix of beautiful nature, lively cities, and great schools, it’s a top pick for many looking to further their education in a new place. Let’s dive into why so many students are choosing Colorado for their studies. Top-Notch Education Options Colorado boasts a wide array of excellent colleges and universities, catering to diverse interests and career aspirations. The state’s higher education landscape includes everything from large research institutions ..read more

Reading Time: 3 minutes This blog post delves into the strategic advantages of adopting green technologies for deep decarbonization, as explored in the latest article by Anton Ovchinnikov and Jay Mackinnon. Green technologies can not only impact decarbonization, but also reduce operational costs, improve brand image, and ensure compliance with stringent environmental regulations. By adopting these insights, businesses can enhance their competitive edge while contributing to global sustainability efforts. Published in 2024, the book Sustainable Supply Chains: A Research-Based Textbook on Opera ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes In a recent Harvard Business Review article, The Lingering Cost of Instant Fashion, Kenneth P. Pucker analyzes the instant fashion industry’s rapid growth and detrimental impacts. Pucker, a former COO of Timberland and a senior lecturer at the Fletcher School outlines how this business model prioritizes quick production and low prices, resulting in significant human and environmental costs. Fast fashion crisis Instant fashion operates by using advanced data analytics to predict trends and rapidly produce high volumes of trendy clothing at low prices. This model relies o ..read more

Reading Time: 5 minutes Continuous learning is crucial to keep up with changing trends and maintain a competitive edge in the business landscape. On May 19, Financial Times published the article with the results of a Coursalytics study. According to the new analysis, insights from 163 top business schools and more than 4,200 courses, the most prevalent course topics include leadership and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) issues, followed by business acumen and finance. This trend underscores the growing demand for advanced knowledge in these areas. Business schools are also integra ..read more

Reading Time: 3 minutes Big Tech firms play a significant role in the automotive industry’s evolution, often collaborating with traditional automakers while competing for consumer value. John Paul MacDuffie, Michael G. Jacobides, and Jennifer Tae conducted a Revisiting Disruption: Lessons from Automotive and Mobility Service Innovations study on the automotive industry’s disruption dynamics. The shift from Internal Combustion Engine Vehicles (ICEVs) to Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) has yet to lead to the anticipated industry upheaval. Instead, the existing industry architecture has shown re ..read more

Reading Time: 2 minutes Oxford Saïd Business School, under the leadership of Dean Soumitra Dutta, is championing a forward-thinking approach that marries technological expertise with purpose-driven leadership. Recognizing the centrality of technology in modern business, Dutta stresses that future CEOs must be well-versed in tech trends to drive innovation and address societal and environmental challenges. Oxford’s interdisciplinary model reflects this philosophy by encouraging diverse perspectives and integrating ethical considerations into the curriculum, notably through the Institute for Eth ..read more

Reading Time: 3 minutes As the clock ticks past yet another late evening at the office, it’s clear that the modern business landscape demands relentless drive and agile adaptation. In this world of never-ending deadlines and burgeoning opportunities, three groundbreaking books offer a lifeline of wisdom to the exhausted business leader. Authored by pioneers in their respective fields, these books don’t just navigate the rough waters of contemporary business — they light the way. Let’s analyze how each book provides actionable strategies that promise to transform overwork into innovation and le ..read more