McCombs School of Business
Kill Stress in 5 Minutes or Less
Research reveals effective strategies for overcoming work-related stress, including meditation and seeking positive advice from supportive peers By Jeremy Simon…
Can Music Survive the Music Industry?
Working musicians have a determined ally in Gary Powell. He talks about the hard realities of making a living in…
Hurricane Season Could Bring Higher Energy Prices
In addition to causing millions of dollars in property damage, hurricanes also create volatility in the prices of oil and…
The See-Food Diet: How Transparent Packaging Affects Eating Habits
Certain foods are more tempting when they come in clear packaging, while others are more popular when presented in paper…
How to Deal With Negative People
The key to dealing with negative people is understanding the reasons for their negativity, which are often rooted in fear…
Want More Creative Employees? Look to Your Company’s Management
Companies should provide managers with the incentive, power, and resources to turn their employee’s creative ideas into reality By Jeremy…
Red Wine, Soap Operas, and Other Surprises Await Travelers in the Arab World
Despite unsettling headlines from the Middle East and North Africa, Professor Vijay Mahajan says consumer markets there are robust and…
Ethics in the Workplace
Encouraging competition among co-workers can backfire on organizations, causing inter-office conflict By Jeremy Simon Workers looking to earn a bonus…
Brilliant Ideas Still Need to Be Sold
How to shape opinion, inspire action, and achieve results. By Erin Geisler History is replete with examples of brilliant ideas that…
Professor Sheds Light on the Ethical Failings of the Human Brain
Why do ‘good people’ do bad things? Robert Prentice explains that when it comes to acting ethically, your ego is…