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Learning to Appreciate the Commonalities As Well As the Differences

As the business world is growing more global, recognizing cultural differences and values is an e

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How Online Ads Help You Shop Faster

New research finds online advertising can help consumers quickly find the items they want – and weed out the rest – on shopping websites.

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The Super League That Never Was

  For 12 of the world's largest soccer clubs, breaking away from traditional competitions to form a Super League seemed like a revolutionary idea for the sport. But in just two days, the plan came crashing down. What went wrong for the Super League? It all starts with the fans, says Maryland Smith's Henry C. Boyd III.

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The Chip Shortage Isn't Ending Anytime Soon

Toilet paper is back on the shelves, but the COVID-era semiconductor shortage still lingers. Why is that, and when is it likely to end?

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Why Visual Marketers Should ‘Always Be Knolling’

Though you might not be familiar with the term, you most certainly know knolling.

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How Uncertain Times Can Impact Your Brand Choices

In times of uncertainty – which, with COVID-19, we’re all familiar with these days – consumers often buck the brand choices they’d normally make and gravitate toward the opposite, finds new research.

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Why the Berry Tax Case Is So Interesting

Or: how to deduct the sportscar of your dreams. 

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The Myths About Workplace Negotiations

Why might asking about salary and benefits not land you a job? Why could it make you seem less motivated to employers? How does strict ethical behavior diminish creativity in the workplace? It all has to do with the zero-sum mindset, says Maryland Smith's Rellie Derfler-Rozin, and here's what you need to know about it.

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Can AI Help Create More Equitable Workplaces?

Can we partner with artificial intelligence and machine learning tools to build a more equitable workforce? New research may offer a way.

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Developing a Global Mindset as a Requirement to Work Effectively

Working in international markets means seeking opportunities outside of familiar markets, and tha

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The Ever Given Is Unstuck, But the Ripple Effects Remain

Strong U.S. economy, consumer demand and the need for raw materials amplify the effects of the recent shipping turmoil.

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The Ugly Side of Beauty AI

The pitfalls to AI-driven beauty scoring begin with the premise that beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

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