Research
Our faculty members are attuned to a marketplace that values innovation, entrepreneurialism, analytical thinking and hard work. Their teaching and research equip our students with the wisdom of business scholarship rooted in the experiential lessons of the marketplace.
Find out more about the latest research by browsing current working papers online at Social Science Research Network (SSRN).
December 3, 2020
How Noncompete Agreements Stifle Workers
Maryland Smith’s Evan Starr has extensively studied noncompetes, with the same conclusion: the agreements hurt workers.
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How Noncompete Agreements Stifle Workers
November 12, 2020
Four Things We Miss When Working Remotely
Companies can be as productive remotely as they are in the office. But they need to strategize how to replicate the four things that teams miss most.
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Four Things We Miss When Working Remotely
November 10, 2020
Leadership Lessons from Japan’s Cotton Spinning Industry
When it comes to a company’s success, is it better to have one strong leader at the top or several leaders sharing responsibilities? The early Japanese cotton spinning industry might have the answer.
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Leadership Lessons from Japan’s Cotton Spinning Industry
November 9, 2020
How To Job Hunt Now
With a pandemic and a struggling economy, it’s not the easiest time to be job-hunting. These tips may help.
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How To Job Hunt Now
November 4, 2020
Don’t Cancel the Office Holiday Party
Feeling a bit bah humbug about the prospect of a work holiday party this year? Don't skip it. In 2020, it's more important than ever.
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Don’t Cancel the Office Holiday Party
October 29, 2020
How to Manage Holiday Conversations Like a Boss
As we head into the holiday season, lots of us are anticipating some awkward discussions about family traditions, superspreader events and COVID-19. Here are some management tips for navigating these frought conversations.
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How to Manage Holiday Conversations Like a Boss
October 1, 2020
The Pandemic Is Pushing Women, People of Color Out of Their Careers
Women and people of color are disproportionately stepping back from their careers, as they grapple with pandemic-era pressures. Their exits pose a huge setback for organizations. Here's what they should do about it.
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The Pandemic Is Pushing Women, People of Color Out of Their Careers
September 18, 2020
Why Critics Don’t Pan Blockbusters… At Least Not Right Away
New research finds media outlets delay negative reviews of movies and video games.
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Why Critics Don’t Pan Blockbusters… At Least Not Right Away
September 2, 2020
Asking This in an Interview Could Cost You the Job
Even if you love the work, money is important, too. It’s just not a topic that will help your chances of landing the job, according to research.
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Asking This in an Interview Could Cost You the Job
August 20, 2020
How to Feel Like You Belong No Matter Where You’re Working
New Research Offers Strategies for Inclusion in a Multinational Organization
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How to Feel Like You Belong No Matter Where You’re Working