Newhouse News

Taming the Urge for Instant Gratification

don — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 22:29:17 +0000

Why do we choose instant gratification, even when we know that restraint will make us happier in the long run? This is a consequential question for every member of an organization, from a shirking employee to a CEO who mortgages the future for the sake of a quarterly report. This papersynthesizes recent empirical studies of the “want/should” tension, examining the problem from economic and psychological perspectives and suggesting practical methods of optimizing our decision making.

US Dollar: It will only get worse

don — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 22:24:50 +0000

Greenback likely to stay under pressure in near term but find relief by mid-year, currency experts argue.

Innovation Through Acquisition

don — Sun, 02 Mar 2008 22:23:50 +0000

Roger Martin, dean of the Rotman School of Management, talks about the potential pitfalls and rewards of trying to “buy” innovation

Foreign Intelligence

don — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 15:14:52 +0000

CFOs need to be smart about overseas operations - or risk paying a heavy price.

Say Goodbye to Big Raises

don — Thu, 03 Jan 2008 15:12:26 +0000

According to Fortune’s crystal ball, your salary increase will be just so-so this year. You’re also more likely to catch a cold in the office. Here’s what to expect at work in 2008.