Promotion - Publications - Faculty & Research

21 Feb 2005
Op-Ed

Is Business Management a Profession?

executive compensation. Yet while laws, regulations, and policies have a clear role to play here, they are a relatively expensive and inefficient way for a society to promote responsible conduct and trustworthy business leadership. In the... View Details

Keywords: by Rakesh Khurana, Nitin Nohria & Daniel Penrice

06 Sep 2022
Blog Post

To Go-Go: A Foodtech Startup Serves Up Scale in Latin America

bowls fortified with kale, quinoa, and salmon to traditional Colombian breakfasts packed with rice, beans, and chorizo—cannot rely on customers wandering in off the street. Instead, curious eaters must be enticed to order through Instagram photos and online reviews.... View Details

03 Oct 2005
Research & Ideas

The Box Office Power of Stars

film, such as whether to open a movie in a large number of theaters, whether to use television advertising to promote the film, and whether to avoid a competitive, high-season opening weekend may impact its market success as well.... View Details

Keywords: by Sarah Jane Gilbert; Entertainment & Recreation; Motion Pictures & Video

28 Apr 2022
Research & Ideas

Can You Buy Creativity in the Gig Economy?

publishing platform, the site tended to promote those books more aggressively, and in turn, flat-fee books received more views. The message, Zhu says, is simple: “The contractual agreement changes the incentives for both the freelancers... View Details

Keywords: by Pamela Reynolds

15 Oct 2001
Research & Ideas

What You Don’t Know About Making Decisions

and one that uniquely combines the leader's numerous talents. It requires the fortitude to promote conflict while accepting ambiguity, the wisdom to know when to bring conversations to a close, the patience to help others understand the... View Details

Keywords: by David A. Garvin & Michael A. Roberto

30 Jun 2023
Blog Post

Finding Pride

at Stanford, would evolve over time; its membership and public presence did, too. Today the PRIDE group is an association of 190 lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ+) students and partners. It serves as a social and professional network,... View Details

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John H. McArthur | About

trajectory.” McArthur is credited with building the faculty through the recruitment and promotion of outstanding faculty members, strengthening research, enhancing Executive Education, and launching important initiatives in ethics and... View Details

19 Apr 2024
News

Alumni Host Energy CEO Summit in Houston; Austin Club Co-Hosts SXSW Reception

the afternoon gathering on a rooftop patio overlooking the city. The HBS Rock Center and the Harvard Innovation Labs co-organized the gathering and partnered with the HBS Club of Austin and the Harvard Club of Austin with the goal of elevating and View Details

Keywords: Margie Kelley

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2.3.1 Drug & Alcohol Policy - MBA

and alcohol abuse problems. Help for students having alcohol or other drug problems is available on a confidential basis from the Center for Wellness and Health Promotion within Harvard University Health Services (HUHS). Faculty and staff... View Details

10 Sep 2012
HBS Case

HBS Cases: Branding Yoga

different traditions. "It felt right and natural, not rigid with a certain style," she said. Yoga "gurus" she had encountered in New York put her off. Stiles used Facebook to promote yoga classes taught out of her... View Details

Keywords: by Kim Girard; Entertainment & Recreation

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U.S. Steel | Baker Library | Bloomberg Center | Harvard Business School

Depression to the war years to the post-war boom, photography served as a persuasive tool in PR campaigns focused on promoting goodwill and a favorable attitude about policies concerning the corporation’s size, labor practices, and profit... View Details

25 May 2021
Research & Ideas

White Airbnb Hosts Earn More. Can AI Shrink the Racial Gap?

lodging demand. "If other companies invest in building similar race-blind algorithms, that may even the playing field for users." The research results could also have broader implications for promoting racial equity at a wide range of... View Details

Keywords: by Lane Lambert; Technology; Accommodations

04 Feb 2022
Blog Post

Learning from the Entrepreneurs-in-Residence as a Harvard MS/MBA Student

reside above the line, and it is unfair to expect that of yourself or your teammates. However, what is invaluable is to be self-aware and share what it is that pulls you below the line. Founders who can create an open space for their leadership team and View Details

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Drug & Alcohol Policy | About

Wellness and Health Promotion within Harvard University Health Services (HUHS). Faculty and staff members can learn about the dangers of substance abuse and get information about treatment and counseling options available to the Harvard... View Details

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HBS - The year in Review

Business, Government & the International Economy Faculty Promoted Full Professors Ryan Buell Technology & Operations Management Leslie John Negotiation, Organizations & Markets Feng Zhu Technology & Operations Management Associate... View Details

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Annual Report 2020 - Annual Report 2020

Bharti Kher. They join other sculptures that are part of a permanent collection. View the Art Faculty Promotions PROFESSORS Nien-hê Hsieh Professor, Faculty Fellow, General Management Unit Sophus Reinert Professor, Business, Government &... View Details

04 Jul 2005
What Do You Think?

How Can Business Schools Be Made More Relevant?

and promotion of business school faculty and hence the topics they have chosen to examine. One important outcome for those studying to be managers is a greater emphasis that many business schools place on research as opposed to teaching.... View Details

Keywords: by James Heskett

09 Dec 2013
Research & Ideas

Cultural Disharmony Undermines Workplace Creativity

decreased creativity, ambient cultural harmony (that is, observers experiencing people from other cultures having a good relationship) did not promote creativity. That reflects human nature, Chua says. "As human beings, we pay more... View Details

Keywords: by Michael Blanding

03 Jun 2020
Blog Post

How to Thrive as a Remote Manager and Employee

on video calls throughout the day and therefore professional dress is most appropriate. Changing into your work clothes in the morning also helps to set the tone for your day and promotes productivity. Equipment – Make sure you have the... View Details

27 Jun 2019
Research & Ideas

Rituals Strengthen Couples. Here’s Why They’re Good for Business, Too

says. "If they know people are going to a certain restaurant every week or using a certain product at home regularly, they could find ways to promote repeated purchases by sending coupons, subscription plans, or even gift cards to... View Details

Keywords: by Dina Gerdeman

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