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December 4, 2025Space Shuttle Lessons: Backtracks Can Create Breakthroughs
NASA’s 1969-71 design process offers a road map for today’s breakthrough inventions, from rockets to new drugs -
August 28, 2025Not All Subsidiaries Are Treated Equally
Parent companies fine-tune ownership structures to match competitive needs -
January 29, 2025Q&A: How To Manage Feedback Overload
Planning for multiple feedback channels helps employees feel heard — and makes their feedback easier to act on. -
January 22, 2025Email or Text? Zoom or in Person?
We can get better at virtual communication, research shows -
December 11, 2024Year-End Roundup
Uber rides can decrease hate crimes, waits can be made less annoying, and AI can tackle big problems -
October 17, 2024To Manage Teams, a Bit of Negative Accentuates the Positive
Strategic timing of praise and criticism can boost members’ performance -
June 25, 2024For Better Loan Terms, Find a Partner
Companies in strategic alliances get better access to financing and more desirable terms Based on the research of Urooj Khan Shoppers browsing through blouses and blenders at Target know they can also quaff a cappuccino at one of more than… -
June 6, 2024Resilient Organizations Make Relationships a Priority
Leaders indifferent to how employees get along could be putting their organizations at risk -
June 4, 2024Startups Spur Other Companies To Innovate
Fledgling companies outdo established businesses when it comes to accelerating the development of new technologies. What They Studied To examine the interplay between startups and established companies, Francisco Polidoro Jr., professor of management, and his co-author looked at patents in… -
May 8, 2024When Choosing Co-Founders, Entrepreneurs Have a Gender Gap
Women use more flexible strategies than men do, balancing personal chemistry against credentials and experience Based on the research of Steven Gray, Jamie Strassman, and Kendall Yamamoto One of the most important decisions an entrepreneur can make when launching a… -
March 21, 2024At Work, Online Communications Leave Impressions
From emails to Zoom meetings, how to make positive first impressions on co-workers, customers, and clients Based on the research of Andrew Brodsky First impressions are often long lasting and can impact a professional career in profound and unintended ways. Today,… -
March 7, 2024Prepare Workers To Weather Time Shocks
Building temporal resilience into jobs can help employees thrive when schedules turn upside down Based on the research of David Harrison When the COVID-19 lockdowns struck and masses of workers relocated to their homes, they experienced major disruptions in their spaces… -
January 30, 2024Startups’ Inventions Spur Other Companies To Innovate
Startups spark more innovations in emerging industries than established companies do Based on the research of Francisco Polidoro Jr. Startups are best known as innovation labs, disruptors that bring new products, services and technologies to market. But their reach goes… -
January 23, 2024In Health Care, Teams Work
Study on collaborative care is first to show measurable benefits for patients and hospitals Based on the research of Douglas Morrice With rising health care costs impacting both patients and providers, collaborative care has arisen as a model for improving… -
October 25, 2023Labor Dispute Disrupts Drivers but May Boost EVs
UAW strike could cripple the industry in the short term but reshape it in the long termBased on research by Edward AndersonSince the United Auto Workers made history Sept. 15 by striking against all three leading U.S. automakers, the nation’s eyes have… -
October 25, 2023How Do People Excuse Their Bad Actions?
Why humans use complex mental strategies to balance their moral bank accounts. A Q&A with Texas McCombs faculty members Robert Prentice and Adrian WardBased on the research of Robert Prentice and Adrian WardMost people don’t set out to be crooks. But at… -
October 11, 2023Mentoring Goals
Texas McCombs researcher says mentorship is about making the most of human potential.McCombs Assistant Professor of Management Paul Green Jr. knows firsthand the value of mentors. A longtime mentor “totally and absolutely” shaped his career path, encouraging and guiding him… -
February 22, 2023Acquisitions Can Nix Existing Partnerships
When one company buys another, alliances sometimes become collateral damage Based on the research of Ram Ranganathan Business alliances are valuable because they help companies supplement critical skills, enter new markets, and gain competitive advantages. In the pharmaceutical industry, strategic… -
May 23, 2022Knowledge-Diverse Work Teams Benefit From Fluid Hierarchies
Shifting member influence benefits diverse teams’ problem solving, but not among homogeneous groups, according to new research Based on the research of Steven Gray Some groups of co-workers have much in common: similar academic degrees, work histories, and job skills…. -
February 15, 2022Want to Stress-Proof Your Office? Let Workers Show Their True Colors
Workplace friendships suffered during the pandemic, but trust mitigated the damage, according to new research Based on the research of Steven Gray and David Harrison How can workers maintain their workplace relationships when there’s no workplace? Employees were forced to confront… -
January 29, 2021COVID-19 Under a Business Microscope
As the globe continues to tackle a historic health threat, Texas McCombs researchers are studying business, drug approvals, and more With the coronavirus outbreak’s exponential spread claiming millions of lives globally — and hundreds of thousands in the United States — scientists have turned… -
September 29, 2020Why You’re Unlikely to Hear About a Company’s Bad Behavior
Oil spill repeat offenders are less likely to receive attention, new research shows Based on the research of Francisco Polidoro Jr. Research shows that companies benefit from having a good reputation. But what about when a company is known for… -
September 18, 2020To Gain Business Skills, Embrace a Learning Mindset
Staying home offers an opportunity for online education, say business professors Feeling isolated at home? When it comes to learning, you’ve got some of the world’s best education at your fingertips. Despite the many challenges and threats from the coronavirus,… -
May 14, 2020Cheer-Ups
Tips for managers of remote workers during stressful times By Kristie J. Loescher Writing about stress in the middle of a pandemic feels a little like trying to give diet advice in a doughnut factory. However, the stress inherent in… -
March 9, 2020Multitasking on the Job
Employees who like to juggle projects have advantages in the workplace Illustration by Vidhya Nagarajan By Steve Brooks Lisa Simon, MBA ’14, treasures the occasional day when she can stay at home and work on a single project. But her office… -
December 3, 2019The New Laws of Startup Attraction
Tech startups are drawn to cities with small but frequent funding opportunities and plenty of social networking Based on the research of Rajiv Garg For cities looking to attract technology startups, the connections they offer matter more than big money…. -
August 15, 2019Police Become Less Proactive with Increased Public Scrutiny
Officers aren’t as likely to go ‘above and beyond’ when they feel misunderstood, new research shows Police officers who perceive negative public opinion toward their profession are less likely to get out of their patrol cars to help someone when… -
January 9, 2019Working Together is Easier if You Can Distinguish Perspective-Taking From Empathy
New research offers pointers on seeing a co-worker’s point of view — knowing when to read their thoughts and when to read their feelings.Based on the research of Natalie Longmire and David HarrisonAs workplaces become increasingly diverse, employees may find that they often… -
November 28, 2018Loyalty to a Leader Is Overrated, Even Dangerous
History is replete with tales of all-powerful leaders, but followers have an obligation to think for themselves and to speak up By Julie Irwin The other night I watched Raymond Reddington, fictional star of the TV series “The Blacklist,” pull… -
November 14, 2018Women Bring More Skills, Better Performance to the C-Suite
Data show that firms do better with female leaders in the mix. Based on the research of David Harrison, Laura Starks, and collaborators A U.S. Board Study by Institutional Shareholder Services reports that while the U.S. is improving in boardroom gender… -
November 7, 2018Planning for Idle Time and Interruptions
If your workday is plagued by idle time and interruptions, new research shows how to turn them to your advantage Based on the research of Andrew Brodsky In his high school days, Texas McCombs Assistant Professor of Management Andrew Brodsky worked… -
October 22, 2018Political Misfits in the Workplace
Being the only conservative or liberal political voice at work can determine how long employees stick around. Based on the research of Sekou Bermiss Before you accept a job offer, it may be a good idea to take the political temperature of… -
October 1, 2018How to Pitch An Idea Your Boss Will Like
Too often, workers get encouraged to make suggestions, only to have them fall on deaf ears Based on the research of Ethan Burris Your boss wants you to speak up more — except when she doesn’t. That’s a confusion faced by many workers…. -
October 1, 2018How to Handle Political Disputes With Co-Workers
Love your job, but can’t handle the political viewpoints from your colleagues? Four ways to cope when the discussion gets heated. By Art Markman Liking your job is no simple thing. Many things go into making a person satisfied at work…. -
September 18, 2018Tenure, Not Time, Predicts Client Loyalty
When agent Jerry Maguire learns he’s getting the boot from his sports management company, his SMI swan song is a final appeal for everyone (anyone) to join him as he leaves. “…This moment will be the moment of something real… -
June 27, 2018Empathetic Cops Are Less Happy, Struggle More on the Beat
Police officers with a strict law-and-order ideology hold up better under public animosity than their more empathetic peers Based on the research of Shefali Patil Patil surveyed 164 officers about how they view the criminal justice system and how well the… -
May 22, 2018America’s Ailing Healthcare System Needs a Transfusion of Ideas and Technology
The country’s healthcare delivery system remains stuck in the past. Will new solutions come from a team of experts skilled in business operations and management?Ed Anderson was a software engineer in the 1990s. Today, he’s a university professor researching healthcare’s… -
March 27, 2018Embracing Crisis as Your Opportunity to Shine
Is your company in crisis? Lucky you.By John DalyA few years back I was chatting with a very senior executive in a large and successful firm. I asked him why he was so successful (a question I enjoy asking people). He… -
August 30, 2017Mapping a Manager’s Brain on Incentives
How do incentives affect a person’s decisions? Researchers give managers an fMRI to find out. By Steve Brooks Can restructuring a manager’s pay help that manager make better business decisions and fewer expensive mistakes? A tool from neuroscience — functional magnetic resonance imaging… -
August 17, 2017First, Remain Calm: Tips for Today’s Crisis Managers
Don’t wait for a crisis to unfold before developing a plan for a fast, thorough, and strategic response by Terry Hemeyer In a world full of instant communication and worldwide outreach, any business is a tweet away from full-on crisis… -
May 16, 2017Avoiding Catastrophe: A New Way Retailers Can Stock for Hurricanes
McCombs professors have developed a better way to get supplies to customers before the next storm strikes. For retailers with locations along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts, figuring out how to send supplies to stores that might be in the path… -
June 22, 2016
You’re Speaking Up. Why Isn’t Your Boss Listening?
According to research, supervisors develop selective hearing when it comes to feedback By Steve Brooks Picture this: Your boss has been begging for fresh ideas, but when you actually propose some, you have the feeling no one’s listening. If that… -
October 13, 2015
To Motivate Your Employees, Let Them Work From Home
In 2013, Yahoo stopped allowing employees to work remotely, but research shows that decision may have reduced workers’ productivity By Mark Collins Telecommuting usually carries with it two recurring concerns: First, is it a way for marginal employees to escape… -
March 31, 2014
Open Up and Say ‘Aha’: Encouraging Health Workers to Share Good Ideas
Hospital staffers don’t always go to managers with their ideas for improving patient care. Research prescribes methods for getting them to speak up. By Steve Brooks If knowledge is power, emergency room staffers should be some of the most powerful workers… -
September 30, 2012
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 Simon Does your company aim to innovate? Then you’ll need to address your organization’s management. Corporate innovation begins at the… -
February 5, 2012
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 may have more in common with candy-crazed children than those adult employees would like to admit. People of all professions…