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When raises backfire: Pitfalls of performance-based pay

Nov. 16, 2023

Two surveys of employees and managers from more than 40 industries find that when managers aren’t competent or warm, pay-for-performance incentives don’t work.

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CU Boulder powers $4.3B in state babyÖ±²¥app impact

Oct. 19, 2023

A new report from the Leeds School of Business shows that CU Boulder’s statewide babyÖ±²¥app contribution increased by $1 billion over the previous fiscal year.

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Lack of financial planning tied to increased risk of death

Sept. 28, 2023

People who fail to plan for their financial futures have a greater mortality risk, according to a new study. Get Assistant Professor Joe Gladstone’s take.

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The appeal of an almighty ‘super app’ to rule your phone

Sept. 21, 2023

Among America’s tech giants, the race is on to create apps that do everything for consumers. But will they be able to replicate the success of Asia’s super apps? Get Professor Tony Tong’s take.

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The NFL’s ‘take a knee’ movement and its impact on babyÖ±²¥app protest

Sept. 14, 2023

CU Boulder research shows that kneeling during the national anthem in protest of racial injustice negatively affected the careers of the first 50 players to do so. And the study’s implications reach beyond football.

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Why Biden’s war on junk fees may not save you money

Aug. 9, 2023

Legislating fees can have unintended consequences, including a redistribution of costs. Get CU marketing professor Amit Bhattacharjee's take.

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Rebranding is risky business, but here’s why trading Twitter for X just might work

July 27, 2023

Companies change their name for many reasons, all with the hope of creating “stronger, favorable, unique associations." Get CU Marketing Professor Donald Lichtenstein’s take.

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Should we see ‘Barbie’ or ‘Oppenheimer?’ Why you should always state a preference

July 26, 2023

A recent study on joint decision-making found that no-preference communication has a negative impact on relationships.

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Why and when gender diversity in middle management gives companies a competitive advantage

July 18, 2023

Hiring or promoting more women into middle management positions leads to better financial performance, according to a recent study co-authored by CU researcher Tony Kong.

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In the wake of COVID-19, traffic congestion dropped but crash severity soared

July 12, 2023

Studying speed, traffic and crash data on California highways during the initial COVID-19 response, CU Boulder researchers found that the frequency of severe crashes increased due to lower congestion and higher speeds.

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