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In the quest to alleviate poverty, BYU researchers are discovering how a growth mindset matters as much as a skill set.
Jeff Bednar is a ghost hunter. And while the BYU business professor doesn’t have night vision cameras or ultrasensitive recording equipment, he’s found a bunch of ghosts — including several here at BYU.
Although millions are spent each year on entrepreneurship training that is intended to help alleviate poverty and elevate the quality of life of entrepreneurs in developing nations, these programs often fail to make an impact. BYU researchers and their colleagues have figured out at least one way to change that.
Management professor Peter Madsen has always loved learning. With a 2-million-dollar NSF grant, Madsen is researching train traffic controllers’ use of algorithms.
Study reveals racial bias, discrimination in financial services, but also identifies actions minority small business owners can take
According to a recent BYU study, research showed that when the price and quality of goods and services is the same, consumers favor nonprofits over the government and the government over for-profit companies.
Those who feel unappreciated engage in unhealthy recovery behaviors
According to a new study co-authored by BYU Marriott professor Robert Christensen, when a diverse organization has an ethical leader, the negative workplace dynamics that can surface are mitigated.
When work meetings shifted online this spring, some may have noticed new leaders on their teams. According to recent research from BYU, members of virtual teams identify leaders in different ways compared to members of in-person teams.
A new study from researchers at BYU reveals that perceptions of impostorism are quite common and uncovers one of the the best — and worst — ways to cope with such feelings.
Many business schools are not teaching MBAs to create new businesses, according to two of BYU's innovation gurus.
Public administration professor Robert Christensen's new research seeks to answer whether or not there are too many nonprofits in the market.
Eating free samples at big box stores like Costco has become a weekend tradition for many shoppers. But just how effective are free samples when it comes to actually attracting purchases and loyalty?
Tis the season for workplace giving, and new research from BYU Marriott professor Rob Christensen reveals a blueprint for institutions looking to increase charitable donations.
Ever tried to sell something you've owned for a while on Craigslist and found that no one is willing to pony up what you're asking?
Chris Silvia not only conducts energy policy research that is influencing the way battery-powered electric vehicles are promoted, he also plays a mean bagpipe.
New research finds the type of sensory experience an advertisement conjures up in our mind taste and touch vs. sight and sound has a fascinating effect on when we make purchases.
When a person types “Mercedes” into a Google search bar, does it mean they are likely to buy one, or does it simply mean they want to print off photos and hang them on the wall?
New doctor's orders: No earbuds, no music, and no watching TV while eating.
When it comes to flight safety, U.S. airlines are pretty good at learning from accidents. But new research shows airlines should be learning more from accidents that never happen.
BYU assistant professor Ryan Elder's research found that people react significantly faster to warning signs that depict greater movement.
It's no surprise that some of the most celebrated leaders in the business world also happen to be self-promoting narcissists.
A BYU business professor reveals that discrimination is still tainting the American Dream for minorities.
Warning Instagrammers: Marriott School research suggests you might want to stop taking so many pictures of your food.