In the latest episode of the Changemaker stories podcast, Professor Mamta BHATT speaks about diversity and inclusion in the workplace. She outlines the differences between diversity & inclusion and why it is important from both a business and moral perspective that organizations address both in their strategy. Professor BHATT also speaks about some of the … How to successfully embrace diversity & inclusion in the workplace
In this video, Professor Zi WANG speaks about her recent research on the generation Z and social network sites. Together with her co-authors they studied how these young consumers respond to/perceive the trade off between privacy and convenience when using these platforms. More information is available in their paper: “Does personalized advertising have their best … Gen Z and social network sites: the impact of personalized advertising
Conspiracy theory beliefs and (more generally) misinformation may be groundless, but they can have a range of harmful real-world consequences, including spreading lies, undermining trust in media and government institutions and inciting violent or even extremist behaviours. For example, some conspiracy theories claim that the Covid-19 pandemic is a hoax or a plot by a … Conspiracy theories: how social media can help them spread and even spark violence
Social media has revolutionised how we relate to our colleagues and higher-ups, offering us opportunities to showcase different aspects of our lives. Currently, three out of four employees are connected with their coworkers via social media platforms like Instagram and Facebook. Be it in person or online, we all strive to present the best versions … Social media still a closet for too many LGBTQIA+ employees
In this video, Ghassan YACOUB speaks about his study on the emergence of collaboration in coworking spaces and the factors that impact how, and whether, collaboration develops between the users of these spaces. Together with his coauthor Stefan Haefliger from Bayes Business School, he conducted a qualitative study of startups in a leading coworking space … Do coworking spaces hinder or stimulate collaboration?
As the end of the academic year approaches, here are the articles and videos (in English) which have received the most hits since the launch of Insights in October last year.
According to the French Chamber of Commerce in China (CCI France Chine) France had more than 2,100 subsidiary companies employing close to 445,000 people in 2022, making it the ‘first European investor in China’ in terms of the number of companies. The pandemic and China’s zero-Covid policy had a strong impact on international companies working … Doing business in post-Covid China: an interview with Laurie Ann Underwood
Are virtues and character strengths universal? Recent research highlights subtle but consistent gender differences in the importance attributed to character traits in leadership. Plus, a gender bias in the assessment of these characteristics. With increasing recognition of the need for diversity in organizations – especially in terms of leadership – these results pose significant questions about achieving gender balance and tackling wider diversity issues.
A recent survey* of over 1,000 French working people shows that, even if individualism has become more widespread since the health crisis, employees still feel very committed to their own team. For 8 out of 10 working people, this ‘small collective’ is useful, enabling them to coordinate, collaborate and perform better, learn and develop…As part … Restoring a taste for team spirit, the key to lasting engagement at work? An interview with Bernard Coulaty
In this video, Thomas LECLERCQ, professor of marketing, discusses his research on creating an engaging customer experience through gamification, a widely used strategy that companies often misuse. Gamification refers to the use of game mechanisms in non-game contexts (including challenges, contests, or lotteries). He gives practical advice about how companies can manage the difficulty of … “No pain-No gain”: a recipe for successful gamification