People rely on financial managers, doctors and lawyers to be as objective as possible when making decisions about investments, health and legal issues, but findings from a new study suggest that an unexpected factor could ...
Social Sciences
Apr 16, 2018
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Everyone loves a bargain, but new research suggests some employees may be getting short-changed when it comes to how consumers perceive them when they are price-conscious.
Economics & Business
Dec 21, 2017
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If it feels like holiday shopping brings out the worst in people—you might be right.
Social Sciences
Dec 4, 2017
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While many people consider themselves generally moral and honest, even the most upstanding citizens will likely become willing to lie, cheat and steal under certain circumstances, according to evidence from a new study in ...
Economics & Business
Nov 30, 2017
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While it may seem like a given that people judge others by the brand of clothes they wear, the cars they drive and electronic gadgets they use, new research suggests that this may not be the case as often as we think.
Economics & Business
Sep 30, 2017
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Most people who buy a new car, electronic device or music album online want to enjoy the purchase as long as possible, but researchers have discovered something that decreases our satisfaction more quickly.
Economics & Business
Apr 4, 2017
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Personalizing products and services is becoming more prevalent. Coffee shops, such as Starbucks, put customers' names on beverage cups, flight attendants address first-class fliers by name and direct mail, such as catalogs, ...
Economics & Business
Mar 16, 2017
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Have you ever felt frustrated with your romantic partner, but nervous about bringing it up?
Social Sciences
Dec 15, 2016
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How do you build rapport with a new employer or someone on a first date? It turns out that there may be a simple strategy that's often overlooked: eat the same food as your companion.
Social Sciences
Jul 8, 2016
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Have you ever wondered how to get your customers to write more positive reviews? Wait a while before you ask for feedback about a service or product.
Economics & Business
May 11, 2016
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