Matthew Salganik, Professor of Sociology at Princeton University, joins host Cade Massey to discuss social sciences and the world of data and his book “Bit by Bit: Social Research in the Digital Age” live from the Wharton People Analytics Conference 2017.…Read More
Trisha Williams, Founder and Chief Creative Officer at Pigeon Hole Productions, joins host Cade Massey to discuss the blending of people analytics and game design live from the Wharton People Analytics Conference 2017.…Read More
Joelle Emerson, Founder and CEO of Paradigm, joins host Cade Massey to discuss how people analytics can help businesses improve their diversity live from the Wharton People Analytics Conference 2017.…Read More
Keith McNulty, Head of People Analytics and Measurement at McKinsey & Company, joins host Cade Massey to discuss Big Data and how it plays into people analytics live from the Wharton People Analytics Conference 2017.…Read More
Knowledge@Wharton Mathematical models have been used to augment or replace human decision-making since the invention of the calculator, bolstered by the notion that a machine won’t make mistakes. Yet many people are averse to using algorithms, preferring instead to rely on their instincts when it comes to a variety of…Read More
Generosity has a dark side: If we don’t put boundaries around it, we run the risk of burning ourselves out-and hurting the people we’re trying to help . Though we want a workforce of givers, not takers, the givers need to rein themselves in for everyone’s sake. Find out how to do that by joining HBR for this weeklong series with Wharton’s Adam Grant and Reb Rebele. It includes a new feature article about how to help others more effectively, a video explaining the research, audio “postcards” from leaders who get how to give, a self-assessment, and more.…Read More
Collaboration is taking over the workplace. As business becomes increasingly global and cross-functional, silos are breaking down, connectivity is increasing, and teamwork is seen as a key to organizational success.…Read More
Amy Webb, futurist, talks with Laura Zarrow about her role as a futurist and her book, “The Signals Are Talking: Why Today’s Fringe Is Tomorrow’s Mainstream”.…Read More
Although evidence-based algorithms consistently outperform human forecasters, people often fail to use them after learning that they are imperfect, a phenomenon known as algorithm aversion. In this paper, we present three studies investigating how to reduce algorithm aversion.…Read More
More than a quarter century ago, organizational scholars began to explore the implications of prosociality in organizations. Three interrelated streams have emerged from this work, which focus on prosocial motives (the desire to benefit others or expend effort out of concern for others), prosocial behaviors (acts that promote/protect the welfare of individuals, groups, or organizations), and prosocial impact (the experience of making a positive difference in the lives of others through one’s work). Prior studies have highlighted the importance of prosocial motives, behaviors, and impact, and have enhanced our understanding of each of them.…Read More
