Prof. Cohen comments on an emerging business practice of struggling companies — rehiring former CEOs.
Rehiring the CEO: A Familiar Playbook
The Wall Street Journal
Prof. McGrath comments on Starbucks’ decision to cut prices on its bags of coffee sold in grocery stores.
The Game Theory Behind Starbucks’ Big Coffee Price Cut
Bloomberg Businessweek
The article covers final student presentations from the Design and Marketing of Luxury Goods Master Class taught by Prof. Maisonrouge.
Holographs at Hermes and Other Innovative Ideas Students Pitched to Luxury Brands at LEF Program
Forbes.com
The article discusses research by Prof. Galinsky that finds racial and gender stereotypes may influence hiring decisions.
How Racial Stereotypes May Influence Hiring for Top Jobs
The Wall Street Journal.com
The article covers research by Prof. Ross on how a male CEO’s children affect the wages of his employees.
How a Male CEO’s Kids Affect His Workers’ Pay
The Wall Street Journal.com
Prof. Federgruen comments on gas rationing in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, noting that gas station owners only reinforced the feeling that there was a limited supply of fuel.
New York City Will Keep Gas Rationing Until Week’s End
The New York Times
Henry Miller ’70 Keynotes Program for Financial Studies Conference
Henry Miller ’70 shared how lessons he has learned restructuring private companies could help solve both national and local deficit problems.
The article cites research by Prof. Ross that explains how female representation in top management improves firm performance.
The End of the “Female–Friendly” Workplace
Fast Company
In light of the release of Apple’s iPhone 5, Prof. Greenwald discusses the focus on content in the digital age.
As Buzz Builds Around Apple iPhone 5, Focus Shifts From High–Tech Wizardry to Content
The Washington Post
Prof. Federgruen talks about how global automakers, like Renault, are focusing more on manufacturing in Africa.
Global Car Companies Hunt Big Game in Africa’s Growing Automotive Market
International Business Times
Prof. McGrath explains that there are pretty sound business reasons why having fun at work actually makes sense.
Office Fun is Serious Business
Marketplace Radio