Thought Leadership

The lifeblood of a business school is its faculty, and at the University of Maryland's Robert H. Smith School of Business our faculty members are inspiring, supportive and world-class. We are attuned to a marketplace that values innovation, entrepreneurialism, analytical thinking and hard work. Our teaching and research equips students with the wisdom of business scholarship rooted in the experiential lessons of the marketplace.

December 2, 2020
WFH and Your Tax Return: A Guide
For many workers, the pandemic has meant working from home, often for months on end. But what does 10 months of remote work mean for your 2020 tax return?
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November 19, 2020
How Moving Helps Global Charities
New research finds people who move more are more connected with the world and donate more to charities outside their local area.
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November 18, 2020
Retailer Survival and Success After COVID
In the pandemic shopping era, two key factors are giving certain retailers a boost – and even helping them thrive.
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November 12, 2020
Four Things We Miss When Working Remotely
Companies can be as productive remotely as they are in the office. But they need to strategize how to replicate the four things that teams miss most.
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November 12, 2020
After Vaccine Breakthrough, Eyes Turn to the COVID Supply Chain
Even with the federal program Operation Warp Speed projecting readiness for distribution, “coordination and funding” across the coronavirus supply chain will need to be better developed.
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November 12, 2020
What GAAP Earnings Reveal About the Future Job Market
New research develops predictions that link aggregate GAAP earnings to aggregate job creation and destruction.
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November 11, 2020
A U.S. Economy Under Biden
How will a Joe Biden presidency affect the American economy, and what will it mean for the U.S. role in global economies, including China’s?
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November 10, 2020
Leadership Lessons from Japan’s Cotton Spinning Industry
When it comes to a company’s success, is it better to have one strong leader at the top or several leaders sharing responsibilities? The early Japanese cotton spinning industry might have the answer.
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November 9, 2020
How To Job Hunt Now
With a pandemic and a struggling economy, it’s not the easiest time to be job-hunting. These tips may help.
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November 4, 2020
Don’t Cancel the Office Holiday Party
Feeling a bit bah humbug about the prospect of a work holiday party this year? Don't skip it. In 2020, it's more important than ever.
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