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As Climate Fears Mount, More Investors Turn to 'ESG' Funds Despite Few Rules

by Rachel Layne

Regulations and ratings remain murky, but that's not deterring climate-conscious investors from paying more for funds with an ESG label. Research by Mark Egan and Malcolm Baker sizes up the premium these funds command. Is it time for more standards in impact investing?

Why Business Travel Still Matters in a Zoom World

by Kara Baskin

Meeting in person can make all the difference for colleagues from different time zones or cultural backgrounds. A study by Prithwiraj Choudhury traces flight patterns among 5,000 airports around the world to show how business travel propels innovation.

The Power of Personal Connections: How Shared Experiences Boost Performance

by Rachel Layne

Doctors who train together go on to provide better patient care later in their careers. What could teams in other industries learn? Research by Maximilian Pany and J. Michael McWilliams.

What Would It Take to Unlock Microfinance's Full Potential?

by Jen McFarland Flint

Microfinance has been seen as a vehicle for economic mobility in developing countries, but the results have been mixed. Research by Natalia Rigol and Ben Roth probes how different lending approaches might serve entrepreneurs better.

When Showing Know-How Backfires for Women Managers

by Kara Baskin

Women managers might think they need to roll up their sleeves and work alongside their teams to show their mettle. But research by Alexandra Feldberg shows how this strategy can work against them. How can employers provide more support?

Can Apprenticeships Work in the US? Employers Seeking New Talent Pipelines Take Note

by Michael Blanding

What if the conventional college-and-internship route doesn't give future employees the skills they need to build tomorrow's companies? Research by Joseph Fuller and colleagues illustrates the advantages that apprenticeships can provide to employees and young talent.

How One Late Employee Can Hurt Your Business: Data from 25 Million Timecards

by Ben Rand

Employees who clock in a few minutes late—or not at all—often dampen sales and productivity, says a study of 100,000 workers by Ananth Raman and Caleb Kwon. What can managers do to address chronic tardiness and absenteeism?

What's Missing from the Racial Equity Dialogue?

by Danielle Kost

Fellows visiting the Institute for the Study of Business in Global Society (BiGS) at Harvard Business School talk about how racism harms everyone and why it’s important to find new ways to support formerly incarcerated people.

Are Your Employees Passing Up Incentives? Try Promoting the Programs More

by Scott Van Voorhis

Employees who bow out of a company's wellness program or retirement savings plan might not know these perks exist. Leslie John offers advice for motivating workers to participate in incentive programs.

When a Vacation Isn’t Enough, a Sabbatical Can Recharge Your Life—and Your Career

by Michael Blanding

Burning out and ready to quit? Consider an extended break instead. Drawing from research inspired by his own 900-mile journey, DJ DiDonna offers practical advice to help people chart a new path through a sabbatical.

COVID-19 Lessons: Social Media Can Nudge More People to Get Vaccinated

by Scott Van Voorhis

Social networks have been criticized for spreading COVID-19 misinformation, but the platforms have also helped public health agencies spread the word on vaccines, says research by Michael Luca and colleagues. What does this mean for the next pandemic?

Supervisor of Sandwiches? More Companies Inflate Titles to Avoid Extra Pay

by Scott Van Voorhis

What does an assistant manager of bingo actually manage? Increasingly, companies are falsely classifying hourly workers as managers to avoid paying an estimated $4 billion a year in overtime, says research by Lauren Cohen.

Why We Still Need Twitter: How Social Media Holds Companies Accountable

by Kasandra Brabaw

Remember the viral video of the United passenger being removed from a plane? An analysis of Twitter activity and corporate misconduct by Jonas Heese and Joseph Pacelli reveals the power of social media to uncover questionable situations at companies.

It’s Not All About Pay: College Grads Want Jobs That ‘Change the World’

by Rachel Layne

Many college graduates will accept lower salaries for roles that have the potential to give back to society, says research by Letian Zhang. Could trading pay for altruism help shrink the income gap?

Passion at Work Is a Good Thing—But Only If Bosses Know How to Manage It

by Sean Silverthorne

Does showing passion mean doing whatever it takes to get the job done? Employees and managers often disagree, says research by Jon Jachimowicz. He offers four pieces of advice for leaders who yearn for more spirit and intensity at their companies.

After High-Profile Failures, Can Investors Still Trust Credit Ratings?

by Ben Rand

Rating agencies, such as Standard & Poor’s and Moody's, have been criticized for not warning investors of risks that led to major financial catastrophes. But an analysis of thousands of ratings by Anywhere Sikochi and colleagues suggests that agencies have learned from past mistakes.

What Makes Employees Trust (vs. Second-Guess) AI?

by Rachel Layne

While executives are quick to adopt artificial intelligence, front-line employees might be less willing to take orders from an algorithm. Research by the Laboratory for Innovation Science at Harvard sheds light on what it takes for people to get comfortable with machine learning.

Are Companies Actually Greener—or Are They All Talk?

by Rachel Layne

More companies than ever use ESG reports to showcase their social consciousness. But are these disclosures meaningful or just marketing? Research by Ethan Rouen delves into the murky world of voluntary reporting and offers advice for investors.

How to Live Happier in 2023: Diversify Your Social Circle

by Michael Blanding

People need all kinds of relationships to thrive: partners, acquaintances, colleagues, and family. Research by Michael Norton and Alison Wood Brooks offers new reasons to pick up the phone and reconnect with that old friend from home.

The 10 Most Popular Articles of 2022

by Danielle Kost

The most-read stories about Harvard Business School faculty research and ideas point to a year filled with pandemic soul-searching, but also conviction to move forward with business priorities, such as digital transformation.