Smith Research
When Noncompete Agreements Hurt Everyone
May 28, 2019
What happens when these contracts are enforceable and used en masse? New Maryland Smith research finds that negative consequences are in store for all workers.
Smith Brain Trust
Will the Robots Like Your Resume?
May 23, 2019
Think you’re a perfect match for that job posting you found online? Think again. Your resume may not be passing its first test with the employer’s hiring algorithm.
2019 Summer Reading List
The University of Maryland’s Robert H. Smith School of Business proudly presents its 16th annual Summer Reading List for Business Leaders, as recommended by faculty and staff.
Feeling Good About the Economy? Be Careful
A recent Gallup poll revealed that Americans have near-record confidence in their personal financial situations. But should they? A Maryland Smith expert offers a warning – and some advice.
How Free Trade Is Transforming Africa
Today, Africa is set to become home to the largest free trade union in the world, both by area and by population. Already, the trade agreement is changing the continent.
Break Up Facebook? What Would That Even Look Like?
May 16, 2019
The headline on Facebook co-founder Chris Hughes’ New York Times op-ed article made his position clear. 'It’s Time To Break Up Facebook.' But break up Facebook? How?
Why It's Time To Rethink Goal Setting
May 14, 2019
Conventional career advice has centered on setting SMART goals, but new research recommends a different approach: conceptualizing motivational intention.
Seven Ways To Look Better on LinkedIn
May 09, 2019
What is just as important as – or arguably, more important than – your resume? Your LinkedIn profile.
Warren Buffett an ‘Idiot’?
Famed investor and Berkshire Hathaway CEO Warren Buffett says he wishes he had bought shares early in some of the giants of tech, the so-called FAANG companies whose stocks have consistently outperformed the S&P. Here's why he missed the boat.
A Consummate Professional's Guide to Office Romance
May 08, 2019
Romantic relationships can be complicated. Office romances, even more so. If you find yourself falling in love over the cubicle partitions, our expert has some advice.
Student
Skater Makes Her Mark in Full Color
May 06, 2019
Entrepreneur Jasmine Snead, MBA ’21, has been skating since she was 5.
The Win-Win of Buyer Intermediated Finance
Small suppliers often resort to payday-like loans with very high interest rates, increasing overall costs in the supply chain and reducing efficiency. But it doesn't have to be this way.
Pagination
