The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The act of inflating one’s career achievements is usually viewed in negative terms. Some aspects can be verified, like education level and previous employment, while others, such as leadership qualities and work ethic, remain unverifiable, incurring high costs for verification.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

There is a tremendous amount of conflicting data as to whether or not incentive compensation in any form is an effective motivation tool. I personally dont feel bonuses work to promote a good work ethic. I now own two small construction companies, I believe this industry could actually change to commission//Salary.

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Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 15, 2014

Beware of purely ethical arguments around diversity and fairness. When done constructively, men and women enjoy building skills that immediately unlock opportunities with customers, employees, and stakeholders. Nor is it the result of German government quotas. It’s simply good business.

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Diversity CEO Skills Training 8

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 12, 2018

At the same time, the need to win can blind us to ethical considerations. In one study, we asked 164 MBA students to read a hypothetical scenario (based on a true story) about an investment banker facing an ethical dilemma, and to estimate the likelihood that this banker would indulge in unethical behavior. Our Studies Study 1.

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