Katherine Milkman

Does Diversity Training Really Work?

New research from Wharton examines whether online diversity training really changes the behaviors and attitudes of employees.

Are You a ‘Good-ish’ Person? How to Push Past Your Biases

Sep 27, 2018
Management
North America
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In a new book, psychologist Dolly Chugh shows how taking deep stock of our unconscious biases can lead to enlightenment.

Why Top Performers Quit When the Going Gets Tough

May 01, 2018
Management
North America
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When facing adversity, favorites are more likely to walk away than underdogs, new Wharton research finds. The reason: potential embarrassment over not meeting expectations.

Is It Possible to Change Bad Behavior – Permanently?

Apr 17, 2018
Management
North America
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What if a simple nudge could help you make better decisions? A new large-scale experiment headed by two Penn researchers aims to help people develop better exercise habits.

It’s All About Timing: How Nonprofits Can Increase Charitable Donations

Feb 07, 2018
Marketing
North America
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New Wharton research shows that timing is the key to maximizing donations, particularly from people with an existing connection to an organization.

Faculty Archive

Does Diversity Training Really Work?

Are You a ‘Good-ish’ Person? How to Push Past Your Biases

Why Top Performers Quit When the Going Gets Tough

Is It Possible to Change Bad Behavior – Permanently?

It’s All About Timing: How Nonprofits Can Increase Charitable Donations