Insights

New Research: The Thorny Issue of Workplace Touching

From high-fives to handshakes, Elijah Wee explores the complicated ways we respond in today’s workplace

UW Foster alumnus Justin Angle examines the conundrum of wildfire in a warming world—and how we can mitigate the risk more effectively

Those who lack power and status in an organization tend to promote themselves through strategic deceit

Prescription opioid companies increased marketing after Purdue Pharma lawsuit

Government rescues of pension funds lead to opportunistic behavior

UW Foster research reveals that a menthol cigarette tax would be more effective than banning sales statewide

Organizational change can shake up company hierarchy

Employee opinion can dictate CEO longevity—especially for less-influential chief executives

Strategy courses provide real-world value to MBA students—especially those who tend to be confident

When vaccines are plentiful, allowing people to choose their type (go vaccine shopping) can accelerate pandemic rollout