A large-scale study found that women consistently give higher ratings than men in online reviews.
Recent research found that when leaders and followers shared similar levels of narcissism, creative performance was higher. In contrast, creativity was lower when leaders' narcissism exceeded their followers', highlighting the dynamics of narcissism in the workplace.
Doubling H-1B visa holders in metropolitan areas results in a 6% increase in startups, according to new research, emphasizing the role of skilled immigration in driving regional economic dynamism.
Frequent cannabis use and cannabis use disorder are linked to higher rates of workplace absenteeism, including illness-related absences and skipped workdays, highlighting the need for workplace drug policies and further research on cannabis's impact on job performance.
Researchers found that video backgrounds during virtual meetings increase fatigue, while nature-themed backgrounds reduce it. Thoughtful background choices can improve focus, reduce videoconferencing fatigue, and enhance the overall psychological experience of remote work.
Overhearing political conversations at work can lead to stress, reduced job satisfaction, and hindered productivity—especially for employees who feel politically different from their coworkers. Fostering a sense of similarity among coworkers may help mitigate these negative effects.
After-hours work emails lead to increased burnout and employee hostility, reducing productivity and job satisfaction. This constant connectivity blurs work-life boundaries, draining emotional resources and harming both individual well-being and organizational performance.
A recent study found that night owls are happier with material purchases like gadgets, while morning larks gain more happiness from experiences like vacations. Night owls feel less emotionally connected to experiences over time, reducing their satisfaction.
People tend to give women more positive, less critical feedback than men, driven by a desire to avoid appearing biased. This practice may unintentionally limit women's opportunities for improvement and career advancement.
Prolonged unemployment strongly correlates with loss of personal control, leading to decreased well-being, psychological disengagement, and reduced social and political involvement.
New research reveals that dark personality traits like Machiavellianism, narcissism, and psychopathy are linked to irrational work beliefs, such as fear of failure and obsessive control.
Narcissistic CEOs, especially those also serving as board chair, shape board discussions to favor risk-taking, leading to increased resource allocation toward risky ventures. Their influence underscores the significant impact of personality traits on corporate decision-making.
Consistent advocacy by musicians boosts popularity and sales, while insincere or divisive support risks backlash. Regular, authentic support enhances credibility and public respect.
Machine learning algorithms can accurately predict traits like narcissism and intelligence from LinkedIn profiles, according to new research.
New research reveals a surprising twist in venture capital: adding more women to decision-making teams might not have the expected impact on funding for women-led startups.