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Beyond the backlash: What evidence shows about the economic impact of DEI
Few issues in the U.S. today are as controversial as diversity, equity and inclusion—commonly referred to as DEI.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.
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How social media influencers impact FOMO in young consumers
Young consumers who shop online and have FOMO (fear of missing out) tend to feel lower levels of social, psychological and financial well-being, a new study finds—but there’s one important caveat.This article is brought to […]
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Poorly paid jobs may push more workers to choose unemployment benefits
You have probably heard people say that “it should be worth our time to work.” This is true even in Norway, where we like to believe that we also take care of people who have […]
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Behind the wellness industry’s scented oils and soothing music are often underpaid, exploited workers
Wellness tourism is booming. Think yoga retreats in Bali, digital detox weekends in a rainforest, or a break on a luxury island to “find yourself.”This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.
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Anxious over AI? One way to cope is by building your uniquely human skills
We live in a time of growing anxiety and fear, where the disruptive forces of artificial intelligence (AI), automation, Big Data, virtual reality and augmented reality loom ominously over people’s lives.This article is brought to […]
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Paper directory boosts usefulness of mobile phones, bottom lines, in rural Africa
Cornell University-led research published in The Economic Journal shows that introducing paper business telephone directories—similar to the Yellow Pages—in Tanzania boosted sales revenue by 104% for listed businesses and increased the number of sales and […]
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Income inequality undermines support for higher minimum wages, study finds
High levels of income inequality weaken support for raising the minimum wage, which in turn could further worsen income inequality as people believe this is the way things should be, according to research published in […]
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Some bosses benefit from belittling employees
Supervisors yell to boost employee performance, reinforce status as “the boss.” They don’t feel bad about it.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.
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Unmasking big tobacco’s youth marketing playbook
World No Tobacco Day, recognized annually on May 31 and led by the World Health Organization, is a global health campaign created to raise awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use and advocate for […]
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In the workplace, relationships equal reality
Most managers measure success in outputs: bottom lines, quarterly gains, performance metrics, and incentives. But the forces that shape those outcomes are often invisible—rooted in relationships, communication, and how people support one another. Many management […]