Andrew MILLER

“Engaging to transform”: managers and human resource directors, co-producers of a new people management role. Interview with Bernard Coulaty

In the context of constant change in the workplace, where technological, societal, and intergenerational challenges are omnipresent, Bernard COULATY explores in his new book* several paradoxes and keys to rethinking a people management role that is better shared between managers and HR managers/directors. In this interview, he talks about his new book, the influence of “Engaging to transform”: managers and human resource directors, co-producers of a new people management role. Interview with Bernard Coulaty

Regulate or tax: how to guarantee banking stability?

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This is THE headache facing financial regulators. How do you prevent banks from taking on too much risk, without discouraging them from lending? A year ago, the international financial system was in turmoil. In March 2023, four US regional banks, including Silicon Valley Bank, went bankrupt. One of the causes put forward was a relaxation Regulate or tax: how to guarantee banking stability?

Managing differences

A collective organisation par excellence, the company is made up of men and women who have to learn to work together. And when it comes to innovating, tackling an issue in a different way or breaking with established reflexes, being able to rely on a diverse range of profiles is an undeniable advantage. But how Managing differences

Why do some managers prefer action over the status quo?

Managers constantly face choices between doing something and doing nothing, committing themselves to action, change or simply retaining the status quo. While some take decisions without too much rumination, others spend more time and effort deliberating. A new study by Melvyn HAMSTRA from IÉSEG has analyzed how instinctive behavioral traits impact the way managers make Why do some managers prefer action over the status quo?

The complex web of digital collectives

Only yesterday, the concept of online communities would have made sceptics smile, unconvinced by the solidity of the links forged back in the days of forums and IRC channels (remember ICQ or MSN Messenger?). Social networking has come a long way since then, and nowadays nobody really distinguishes between the links forged on the Web The complex web of digital collectives

Apples and oranges? The challenges of comparing sustainability reporting

More and more companies are disclosing information on their sustainability performance, with over 80% reporting on their environmental, social, and economic efforts. However, new research shows that these disclosures don’t always give the full picture.

Webinar: Understanding neurodiversity

On the March 28th, IÉSEG will host an online event for companies on the topic of understanding neurodiversity. The issue of neurodivergence is becoming increasingly important. Studies show that a high level of neurodiversity within a team tends to accelerate innovation and creativity, can strengthen team cohesion and even increase productivity, but only if it Webinar: Understanding neurodiversity

Research in brief: understanding the impact of environmental credit constraints (ECCs): insights from China

Governments worldwide are striving for sustainable development while grappling with the environmental consequences of rapid economic growth. China, like many other countries, has implemented various measures to curb environmental pollution. Among these, environmental credit constraints (ECCs) have emerged as one of the tools to influence firms’ behavior regarding pollution reduction. Research by experts from IÉSEG, Nanjing University of Finance & Economics, Nanjing Normal University and Anhui University of Finance and Economic, has analyzed their implementation in China to look at their impact on reducing pollution.

Investing your personal savings to finance a sustainable world

The way we decide to save or invest our money (savings) can have a huge impact on our individual carbon footprint.  In the latest edition of Changemaker Stories, Professor Dilyara SALAKHOVA speaks about the crucial intersection of personal finance and climate change and environmental sustainability. A professor of green finance, she unravels how our everyday Investing your personal savings to finance a sustainable world

International Women’s Day: a selection of research and analyses on IÉSEG Insights

International Women's Day

International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender equality. To mark the day, here is a selection of articles published on IÉSEG Insights (and the Conversation France) based on research and/or analysis of International Women’s Day: a selection of research and analyses on IÉSEG Insights